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YB53 UEY

2004 Lexus IS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,564 mi
Last recorded93,564 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS30073,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 UEY
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2013 93,564 miles

n/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Nov 2012 89,614 miles

steering rack mounting bushes worn

Fail 6 Nov 2012 89,614 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

steering rack mounting bushes worn

Pass 14 Nov 2011 81,946 miles

slight play in steering rack mounting bushes

Pass 10 Nov 2010 75,322 miles

Front wipers smear slightly.

Rubber steering rack mounting bushes have slight movement.

Fail 10 Nov 2010 75,322 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front wipers smear slightly.

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 appears deflated.

Rubber steering rack mounting bushes have slight movement.

Pass 12 Nov 2009 67,331 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 61,679 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 61,679 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Cut in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre (not deep enough to reach the ply or cords).

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 22 Oct 2007 54,011 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 54,008 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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YB53 UEY is a 2004 Lexus IS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,416 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB53 UEY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB53 UEY registered?

YB53 UEY is a 2004 Lexus IS300, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is YB53 UEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB53 UEY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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