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RN51 JKU

2001 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,659 mi
Last recorded97,659 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS30089,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN51 JKU
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 97,659 miles

corrosion on rear sub frame and suspension

o/s/r tyre 2mm

Fail 7 Mar 2020 97,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

corrosion on rear sub frame and suspension

o/s/r tyre 2mm

Pass 5 Dec 2018 89,406 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 88,261 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 86,820 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 76,296 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 67,037 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 67,036 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 58,317 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 54,782 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 51,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 46,309 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 41,606 miles

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

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 4 Dec 2008 35,298 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007

offside rear shock damp

Pass 16 Nov 2006 27,735 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 19,794 miles

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

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

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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RN51 JKU is a 2001 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RN51 JKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RN51 JKU registered?

RN51 JKU is a 2001 Lexus IS300, first registered on 17 December 2001.

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The MOT history for RN51 JKU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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