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HG03 SYP

2003 Lexus IS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,648 mi
Last recorded105,648 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 SYP
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 105,648 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 105,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 104,594 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 104,594 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 102,988 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 100,927 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 92,937 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 86,429 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 81,792 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 81,791 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 76,347 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 67,675 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 62,291 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2015 51,508 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 47,378 miles

Front and rear discs pitted.

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 43,919 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 37,945 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 32,675 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 29,802 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 26,204 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 23,640 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 19,687 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 17,419 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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HG03 SYP is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG03 SYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG03 SYP registered?

HG03 SYP is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 10 July 2003.

Is HG03 SYP safe to buy?

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