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WNZ 7961

2003 Lexus GS300

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

116,475 mi
Last recorded116,475 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS30080,217 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNZ 7961
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 116,475 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 May 2025 111,222 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant low

Fail 22 May 2025 111,222 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

coolant low

Fail 23 Apr 2025 111,209 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted return spring missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog lamp flashes on and off

engine oil leak

Fail 18 Apr 2025 111,201 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake inadequately mounted brake pads (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front fog lamp flashes on and off

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2024 100,828 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 91,265 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 81,365 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 73,344 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 66,543 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 59,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 52,765 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 45,317 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 39,114 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 36,368 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2014 35,929 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 35,394 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,738 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,435 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 34,162 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 33,574 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 32,374 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 31,556 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 29,253 miles

All tyres wearing inner edges †Engine under tray fitted

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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WNZ 7961 is a 2003 Lexus GS300 in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WNZ 7961, 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.

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What year was WNZ 7961 registered?

WNZ 7961 is a 2003 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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