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SK53 LXO

2003 Lexus RX300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,907 mi
Last recorded137,907 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX30081,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK53 LXO
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 137,907 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 137,894 miles

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 129,655 miles

Rear fuel pipe corroded.

Fail 12 Sep 2016 129,650 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Centre exhaust rattling.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear brake dragging slightly.

Rear fuel pipe corroded.

Pass 29 Sep 2015 115,969 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 106,373 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 106,373 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 99,741 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 95,416 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 87,427 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 74,085 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 59,399 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 43,535 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,913 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 29,654 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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SK53 LXO is a 2003 Lexus RX300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,529 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 SK53 LXO, 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 23 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 SK53 LXO registered?

SK53 LXO is a 2003 Lexus RX300, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is SK53 LXO safe to buy?

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