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SD51 UVB

2001 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,997 mi
Last recorded106,997 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS30089,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD51 UVB
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 106,997 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 95,301 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 95,211 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid discoloured

offside rear subframe mounting corroded

rear exhaust silencer baffles broken up

Pass 19 Aug 2014 87,174 miles

Advise both front tyres are wearing on inner shoulders and are close to legal limit

Advise tracking may require adjustment

Pass 20 Sep 2013 80,023 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 77,272 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 73,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 67,790 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 60,864 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 55,771 miles

both front tyres blistered and worn on inner edges.

Pass 18 Oct 2007 50,472 miles

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

front tyres wearing faster on inside edges

Pass 25 Oct 2006 44,345 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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SD51 UVB is a 2001 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SD51 UVB, 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 SD51 UVB registered?

SD51 UVB is a 2001 Lexus IS300, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is SD51 UVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD51 UVB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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