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M22 RTR

2003 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

142,621 mi
Last recorded142,621 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM22 RTR
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 142,621 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 136,802 miles

both front ball joint dust covers perished

oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2018 135,574 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 131,256 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 127,727 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 127,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 122,043 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 115,286 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 109,669 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 102,310 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 95,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 83,247 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 69,171 miles

front and offside rear tyres are worn on the edges of the tread

front brake pads are getting low

nearside front and nearside rear tyres have deep cuts in the tread

under cover trays are fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2008 57,781 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Under tray covers are fitted

Pass 28 Jul 2007 44,910 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 30,139 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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M22 RTR is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M22 RTR, 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 M22 RTR registered?

M22 RTR is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is M22 RTR safe to buy?

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