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SD54 JBE

2004 Lexus RX300

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

97,123 mi
Last recorded97,123 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Lexus RX30081,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 JBE
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 97,123 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 89,082 miles

Brake performance not tested due to poor condition off the vehicle (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front lower ball joint split pin missing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower ball joint split pin missing

Offside Front out rigger corroded

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge chunks missing

Offside inner sill corroded

Offside outer sill not checked plastic skirts fitted

both rear chassis corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2021 87,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear park brake only just met braking efficiency may need adjustment or repair

Pass 4 Nov 2020 84,279 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel filler pipe corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2019 79,932 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 79,894 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside & nearside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 72,646 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 72,637 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 69,869 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 68,135 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 66,145 miles

BOTH REAR METAL FUEL PIPES HEAVILY CORRODED

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded UNDER ARCH AT FLEXI PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 66,145 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MIDDLE BOX AT FRONT AND SIDE (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded UNDER ARCH AT FLEXI PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

BOTH REAR METAL FUEL PIPES HEAVILY CORRODED

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded UNDER ARCH AT FLEXI PIPE (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 64,331 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 62,137 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 59,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 56,563 miles

front lower suspension arm bushes very slightly cracked/report only.

Fail 20 Sep 2011 56,561 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front suspension arm bushes slightly cracked

play evident at offside rear suspension knuckle

rear caliper slides siezed

Pass 16 Oct 2010 52,229 miles

Offside front and nearside front lower suspension arm bushes starting to split.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 45,961 miles

rear discs scored + pitted + medium lip

Pass 8 Oct 2008 41,020 miles

both front tyres 0mm at edges of tread.. strongly advise renewal

offside rear tyre wearing at edges

Pass 9 Oct 2007 32,306 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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SD54 JBE is a 2004 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD54 JBE, 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 22 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SD54 JBE is a 2004 Lexus RX300, first registered on 16 October 2004.

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