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LEX 300

2004 Lexus IS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,761 mi
Last recorded47,761 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS30073,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEX 300
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 47,761 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 46,934 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 45,819 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 45,242 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 44,620 miles

Nearside Front dsc sensor detatched

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 44,620 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted showing chaffing against bracket (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front dsc sensor detatched

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 43,537 miles

Rear Lower both sills corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2018 43,139 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 41,480 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 40,623 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 39,193 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 39,193 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 37,856 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 36,442 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 35,002 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 33,540 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 32,032 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 32,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,100 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 27,207 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 23,334 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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LEX 300 is a 2004 Lexus IS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,416 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 LEX 300, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LEX 300 registered?

LEX 300 is a 2004 Lexus IS300, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is LEX 300 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEX 300 shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEX 300 have outstanding finance?

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