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NV51 FFO

2002 Lexus RX300

Bronze Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

72,358 mi
Last recorded72,358 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus RX30088,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 FFO
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 72,358 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 62,385 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2025 62,384 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 56,811 miles

General Underside Corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2022 54,765 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

all steering and suspension components corroded

brakes noisy

Pass 22 Dec 2021 48,380 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2021 48,380 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 41,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 36,660 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 28,003 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 22,313 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 21,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Cut in Tyre tread, no cords/ply visible at time of test.

Pass 7 Jan 2016 21,368 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2014 20,713 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 20,713 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 19,964 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 18,393 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 3 Jan 2013 18,393 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 16,724 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 15,482 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

front brakes noisy when applied

front discs pitted on inner edge

Pass 7 Jan 2010 13,845 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 11,339 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 10,126 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 8,266 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 6,368 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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NV51 FFO is a 2002 Lexus RX300 in Bronze with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 88,148 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 NV51 FFO, 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 24 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NV51 FFO is a 2002 Lexus RX300, first registered on 7 January 2002.

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