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MV53 ZSF

2003 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,789 mi
Last recorded136,789 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 ZSF
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 136,789 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Oct 2016 136,789 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 127,794 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre to rear silencers, both flanges weak

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 120,320 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 120,320 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 19 Oct 2013 112,370 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 106,571 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 106,571 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 100,603 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 94,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 81,769 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 81,769 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 78,363 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 63,527 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 36,417 miles

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
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MV53 ZSF is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MV53 ZSF, 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.

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What year was MV53 ZSF registered?

MV53 ZSF is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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