CarVerify

Free Car Check

LX03 WNU

2003 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,600 mi
Last recorded157,600 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 WNU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 157,600 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 152,440 miles

Front number plate cracked

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 147,853 miles

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

Front bonnet shocks

Front number plate cracked

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 147,853 miles

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

Front bonnet shocks

Front number plate cracked

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 139,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 128,806 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 12 May 2021 119,552 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

advise outer sill covers fitted.

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 May 2020 118,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advise outer sill covers fitted.

Fail 28 May 2020 118,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advise outer sill covers fitted.

Pass 15 Apr 2019 109,967 miles

Front light lenses in poor condition

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust in poor condition

slight movement in steering rack mounts

Fail 15 Apr 2019 109,966 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front light lenses in poor condition

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust in poor condition

slight movement in steering rack mounts

Pass 20 Apr 2018 105,929 miles

Engine malfunction light illuminated

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 103,957 miles

both front headlamps becoming deteriorated

both front lower suspension arm bush becoming deteriorated

exhaust system becoming corroded

front reg plate becoming deteriorated

rear brake pads appear worn not fully visable

various damage to windscreen outside zone a

various suspension components becoming corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2017 103,957 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front headlamps becoming deteriorated

both front lower suspension arm bush becoming deteriorated

exhaust system becoming corroded

front reg plate becoming deteriorated

rear brake pads appear worn not fully visable

various damage to windscreen outside zone a

various suspension components becoming corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2016 101,462 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 99,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust becoming corroded

wipers starting to smear the screen

Pass 23 Apr 2014 97,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/rear tyre has cracking on side wall

Pass 12 Apr 2013 94,718 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 92,700 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 90,893 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 88,887 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 86,295 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 83,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 79,294 miles

rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 26 Apr 2007 79,294 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 21 Mar 2006 66,579 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 66,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
Full Lexus GS300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LX03 WNU is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 80,217 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 GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX03 WNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LX03 WNU?

You can check the full history of LX03 WNU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LX03 WNU registered?

LX03 WNU is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is LX03 WNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX03 WNU shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX03 WNU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LX03 WNU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.