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YC53 GOL

2003 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

131,648 mi
Last recorded131,648 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX30081,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 GOL
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 131,648 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 122,765 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

minor surface rust at rear

Pass 17 Feb 2023 108,294 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 100,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has deep cut possibly to cords

Offside Front Tyre has deep cut possibly to cords

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 100,335 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has deep cut possibly to cords

Offside Front Tyre has deep cut possibly to cords

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 92,936 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2021 92,933 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2019 87,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both side mirrors anti dazale tint engaged

Fail 27 Nov 2019 87,831 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both side mirrors anti dazale tint engaged

Pass 28 Nov 2018 81,693 miles

Vehicle is fitted with engine covers, undertrays and sill covers preventing full inspection

Pass 12 Oct 2017 77,423 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 75,077 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 72,875 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 69,770 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 67,589 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 65,041 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 60,112 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 56,623 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 51,992 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 46,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 35,284 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 35,281 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 21,108 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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YC53 GOL is a 2003 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Lexus RX300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 81,529 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 YC53 GOL, 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 23 years old, this Lexus RX300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YC53 GOL is a 2003 Lexus RX300, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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