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YR53 DHV

2003 Lexus RX300

Beige Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

133,490 mi
Last recorded133,490 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX30081,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 DHV
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 133,490 miles

General corrosion under the vehicle

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake light lenses got water in

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Differential slightly leak

Fail 22 Sep 2021 133,490 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake light lenses got water in

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Differential slightly leak

Rear Inner Both Rear Sill corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2019 118,126 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 116,450 miles

Central Rear Upper Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 114,946 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component pump (2.3.3b)

all coil springs corroded

both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion

both front wishbones rear bushes perishing

front transfer box pinion seal slightly leaking

rear subframe mounting bushes perishing and surface rust

Fail 5 Aug 2016 114,946 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported two hangers broken (7.1.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component pump (2.3.3b)

all coil springs corroded

both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion

both front wishbones rear bushes perishing

front brake pads low

front transfer box pinion seal slightly leaking

rear subframe mounting bushes perishing and surface rust

Pass 15 Aug 2015 109,327 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 101,947 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

exhaust heat shield loose rear of engine

exhaust support bracket near rear silencer corroded

exhaust support bracket rear of engine corroded through

offside rear brake back plate corroded

offside rear flexible brake hose incorrectly fitted , secure at present

Pass 9 Aug 2013 93,039 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 93,039 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,999 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 74,135 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 68,163 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 63,717 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 55,884 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 47,521 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 36,877 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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YR53 DHV is a 2003 Lexus RX300 in Beige with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YR53 DHV, 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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What year was YR53 DHV registered?

YR53 DHV is a 2003 Lexus RX300, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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