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PY51 FMA

2001 Lexus IS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,724 mi
Last recorded103,724 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS30089,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY51 FMA
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 103,724 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 100,941 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 100,940 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 98,265 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 95,749 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 94,083 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 89,650 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 86,037 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 81,485 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 9 Dec 2015 77,746 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 73,772 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 69,760 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 66,086 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 66,081 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 61,142 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 56,677 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 52,031 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 46,636 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 41,940 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 41,940 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 34,568 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 35,519 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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PY51 FMA is a 2001 Lexus IS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 PY51 FMA, 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 PY51 FMA registered?

PY51 FMA is a 2001 Lexus IS300, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is PY51 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY51 FMA 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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