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SHZ 8238

2005 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

137,701 mi
Last recorded137,701 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus RX30079,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 8238
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 137,701 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

exhaust system corroded.

Pass 12 Dec 2024 130,044 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 124,742 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 124,740 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 118,290 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 111,830 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 104,666 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 95,216 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2018 94,964 miles

child seat fitted

Pass 22 May 2017 94,201 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 8 Jun 2016 91,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 79,575 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 69,348 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 63,994 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 57,889 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 50,587 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 44,857 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 39,428 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 31,492 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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SHZ 8238 is a 2005 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 79,864 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 SHZ 8238, 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 21 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SHZ 8238 registered?

SHZ 8238 is a 2005 Lexus RX300, first registered on 9 April 2005.

Is SHZ 8238 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 8238 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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