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LT52 CAU

2002 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,617 mi
Last recorded159,617 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus RX30088,148 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 CAU
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 159,617 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Oct 2016 159,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault vsc light on (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Oct 2015 157,890 miles

engine light on

oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2015 157,890 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine light on

oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2014 155,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine light on

Fail 30 Oct 2014 155,438 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine light on

Fail 18 Oct 2013 153,125 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 153,125 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 144,799 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 135,151 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 123,067 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 108,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 108,089 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 89,173 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 70,220 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 51,388 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 51,388 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Lexus RX300?

Based on 229,652 MOT tests across 14,830 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
6,422
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
14,830
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,310
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,344
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,727
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,419
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,590
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LT52 CAU is a 2002 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 88,148 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus RX300 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 6,310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT52 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX300 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LT52 CAU registered?

LT52 CAU is a 2002 Lexus RX300, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is LT52 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT52 CAU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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