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SC53 LHJ

2004 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

159,608 mi
Last recorded159,608 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 2004 Lexus GS30083,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 LHJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 159,608 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 149,150 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 139,645 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 130,675 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 122,438 miles

EML ligth stays on

Nearside Front tyre worn uneven but not showing any cords or plys

Pass 17 Feb 2017 110,699 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 101,031 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 94,222 miles

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

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Pass 18 Jan 2014 90,346 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 85,405 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 83,458 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 78,288 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 71,036 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 71,036 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 62,922 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 56,265 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2007 47,801 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
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SC53 LHJ is a 2004 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 83,975 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SC53 LHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 22 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SC53 LHJ registered?

SC53 LHJ is a 2004 Lexus GS300, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is SC53 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC53 LHJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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