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Y216 PWJ

2001 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

111,157 mi
Last recorded111,157 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY216 PWJ
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 111,157 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 111,049 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 106,887 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 103,118 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 99,167 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 93,600 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 91,136 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 87,393 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 83,949 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 80,220 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 74,621 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 70,517 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 64,343 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 58,342 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 52,543 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 47,426 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 42,027 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 36,650 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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Y216 PWJ is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 91,848 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 Y216 PWJ, 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 25 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y216 PWJ registered?

Y216 PWJ is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y216 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y216 PWJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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