CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y729 PDX

2001 Lexus RX300

Grey Petrol 2995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,438 mi
Last recorded139,438 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX30091,848 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY729 PDX
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 139,438 miles

Underside rusty in places

oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2015 139,438 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Underside rusty in places

oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2014 129,188 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 119,490 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 119,283 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 May 2011 114,976 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 105,982 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 97,255 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 85,083 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 75,322 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 64,243 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 55,289 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
Full Lexus RX300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y729 PDX is a 2001 Lexus RX300 in Grey with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y729 PDX, 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

How do I check the history of Y729 PDX?

You can check the full history of Y729 PDX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y729 PDX registered?

Y729 PDX is a 2001 Lexus RX300, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y729 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y729 PDX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y729 PDX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y729 PDX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.