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YV03 XBL

2003 Lexus RX300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

145,407 mi
Last recorded145,407 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus RX30081,529 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XBL
MakeLexus
ModelRX300
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 145,407 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 173,325 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 173,322 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended undable to access due to rear seat stuck in folded position (7.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 165,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 153,781 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/side and n/side (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Feb 2017 141,675 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 132,128 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 121,207 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 110,683 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 99,683 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 89,105 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 79,619 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 72,127 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 64,793 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 54,862 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 41,034 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 23,676 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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YV03 XBL is a 2003 Lexus RX300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YV03 XBL, 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 YV03 XBL registered?

YV03 XBL is a 2003 Lexus RX300, first registered on 25 June 2003.

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