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Y727 VGK

2001 Lexus RX300

Grey Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,118 mi
Last recorded143,118 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY727 VGK
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 143,118 miles

Front both tyres getting down 3/4 wear

Fail 6 Feb 2019 143,089 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front both tyres getting down 3/4 wear

Pass 8 Feb 2018 131,629 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 117,462 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 104,277 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 104,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 101,178 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 23 Oct 2014 86,620 miles

engine warning light on

vsc light on

Pass 21 Nov 2013 71,770 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 57,342 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 50,479 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 42,239 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 39,588 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 37,247 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 34,846 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 34,846 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2006 32,339 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2005 27,826 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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Y727 VGK is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y727 VGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y727 VGK registered?

Y727 VGK is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y727 VGK safe to buy?

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