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RG53 GPV

2003 Lexus RX300 SE Auto

Gold Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

85,962 mi
Last recorded85,962 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX300 SE Auto76,010 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 GPV
MakeLexus
ModelRX300 SE Auto
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 85,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 84,074 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 82,871 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 81,473 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 79,069 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 77,139 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 72,693 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 67,766 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 60,211 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 53,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges and perished

Offside Front tyre worn on edges and perished

Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,426 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 29 Sep 2014 41,365 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 37,586 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 35,933 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 35,933 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 31,202 miles

corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 13 Dec 2010 26,678 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

osf tyre worn to legal limit on inner edge

rear tyres starting to perish

wheel alignment needs checking

Pass 15 Dec 2009 22,256 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 18,434 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 16,479 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 13,990 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Lexus RX300 SE Auto?

Based on 3,652 MOT tests across 449 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
7,016
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
449
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
position lamp(s) not working 35
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RG53 GPV is a 2003 Lexus RX300 SE Auto in Gold with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Lexus RX300 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 76,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus RX300 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG53 GPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX300 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus RX300 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RG53 GPV?

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What year was RG53 GPV registered?

RG53 GPV is a 2003 Lexus RX300 SE Auto, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is RG53 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 GPV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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