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OV51 FHX

2001 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,875 mi
Last recorded157,875 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS30089,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 FHX
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2013 157,875 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 157,378 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 144,221 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 122,056 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 1 Apr 2011 121,739 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 105,613 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 86,631 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 86,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2008 68,974 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 68,881 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 67,778 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 49,491 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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OV51 FHX is a 2001 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 89,414 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV51 FHX, 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 25 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV51 FHX registered?

OV51 FHX is a 2001 Lexus IS300, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is OV51 FHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 FHX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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