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P6 SUG

2003 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

95,844 mi
Last recorded95,844 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP6 SUG
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 95,844 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 95,844 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 94,194 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 92,651 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 91,059 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 88,458 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 86,840 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 85,156 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 85,156 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 82,621 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 80,278 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2017 80,278 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 77,226 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 74,295 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 71,786 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 68,346 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 64,215 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 60,676 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 57,560 miles

Slight damaged to nearside rear tyre outer wall

Pass 17 Aug 2009 53,815 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 51,016 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 47,401 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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P6 SUG is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P6 SUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P6 SUG registered?

P6 SUG is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is P6 SUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P6 SUG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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