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Y838 NFG

2001 Lexus RX300 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,662 mi
Last recorded96,662 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Lexus RX300 SE Auto84,580 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY838 NFG
MakeLexus
ModelRX300 SE Auto
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 96,662 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 92,977 miles

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

engine management light

Pass 21 Feb 2011 85,157 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 85,060 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 77,496 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 77,491 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside windscreen wiper blade is broken and is a borderline pass.

Pass 18 Feb 2009 69,966 miles

Both front tyres,tread is worn smooth on both edges.

Front registration plate is cracked.

Pass 12 Feb 2008 63,152 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 63,152 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2007 55,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 55,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 45,731 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus RX300 SE Auto?

Based on 3,652 MOT tests across 449 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
7,016
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
449
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 122
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 95
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
position lamp(s) not working 35
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Y838 NFG is a 2001 Lexus RX300 SE Auto in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Lexus RX300 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 84,580 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus RX300 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 122 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y838 NFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus RX300 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Lexus RX300 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y838 NFG registered?

Y838 NFG is a 2001 Lexus RX300 SE Auto, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y838 NFG safe to buy?

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