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MF51 YRX

2001 Lexus RX300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,226 mi
Last recorded114,226 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF51 YRX
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 114,226 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 107,946 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 107,924 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 99,653 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis, sub frame, and inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 91,925 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 91,722 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault VSC LIGHT ON (3.4.1c)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON

Pass 15 Nov 2016 86,608 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 85,419 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 85,401 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 83,033 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 79,087 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 72,681 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 68,483 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 64,503 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 59,655 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 55,310 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 52,739 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2007 52,736 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 51,591 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 46,829 miles

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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MF51 YRX is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,848 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MF51 YRX, 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 25 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF51 YRX registered?

MF51 YRX is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is MF51 YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF51 YRX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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