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LX04 VXU

2004 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,594 mi
Last recorded62,594 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS30073,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX04 VXU
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 62,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 60,287 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 59,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 58,793 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 57,887 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 57,266 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 56,539 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 55,848 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 55,111 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 54,237 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2016 54,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 51,711 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 49,710 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 47,437 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 45,834 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 43,247 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 37,014 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 31,497 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 25,225 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 19,743 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 19,743 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LX04 VXU is a 2004 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LX04 VXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX04 VXU registered?

LX04 VXU is a 2004 Lexus IS300, first registered on 29 April 2004.

Is LX04 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX04 VXU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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