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SCW 780L

2002 Lexus RX300

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,637 mi
Last recorded73,637 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus RX30088,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 780L
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 73,637 miles

covers on sills both sides. under tray fitted to the car

Pass 7 Mar 2020 65,849 miles

front disc pitted and front pads low

under tray fitted to the car

Pass 11 Mar 2019 62,052 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 59,446 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 59,141 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Dec 2016 56,012 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

advise emissions light on

Pass 19 Dec 2015 54,605 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 52,811 miles

noise from nsr wheel when rotating

Pass 21 Dec 2013 51,389 miles

OSR shock absorber gaitor badly deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2012 49,199 miles

O/S/R shock abs gaitor badly deteriorated

Fail 15 Dec 2012 49,199 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

O/S/R shock abs gaitor badly deteriorated

Pass 17 Dec 2011 47,082 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 44,902 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2009 41,693 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 39,619 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 37,075 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 33,993 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 30,584 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus RX300?

Based on 229,652 MOT tests across 14,830 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
6,422
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
14,830
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6,310
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,344
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,727
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,419
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,590
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SCW 780L is a 2002 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 88,148 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus RX300 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 6,310 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SCW 780L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX300 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SCW 780L registered?

SCW 780L is a 2002 Lexus RX300, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is SCW 780L safe to buy?

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