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SV51 KXS

2002 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

141,286 mi
Last recorded141,286 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 KXS
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 141,286 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 134,381 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 134,381 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached top nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 128,073 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 119,226 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 108,905 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 105,926 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 102,027 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 98,782 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 98,782 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 91,532 miles

windscreen crack n/s area baby seat o/s/r position

Pass 25 Sep 2010 85,964 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 79,941 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 70,684 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 70,684 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 54,038 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 47,317 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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SV51 KXS is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 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 SV51 KXS, 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 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV51 KXS registered?

SV51 KXS is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is SV51 KXS safe to buy?

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