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SJ53 FFH

2003 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

59,361 mi
Last recorded59,361 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ53 FFH
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 59,361 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 59,166 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 58,810 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 58,422 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 57,967 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 57,967 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 57,570 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 57,126 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 56,424 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,844 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 55,259 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 54,653 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 53,904 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 52,985 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2013 52,985 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 51,926 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 50,285 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 48,784 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 45,926 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 41,143 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 35,779 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 35,779 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 29,871 miles

front pads 2-3k approx remain

o/s/f,o/s/r and n/s/r tyres close to legal limt.

slight smear at frt wipers

spare tyre below legal limit

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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SJ53 FFH is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 80,217 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 SJ53 FFH, 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 23 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SJ53 FFH?

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What year was SJ53 FFH registered?

SJ53 FFH is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is SJ53 FFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ53 FFH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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