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GU03 CYF

2003 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

45,447 mi
Last recorded45,447 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS30074,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU03 CYF
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 45,447 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 45,434 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 45,262 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2023 45,252 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 45,065 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 42,974 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 41,764 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 40,401 miles

*front registration plate is cracked but unlikely to be misread*

Pass 13 Mar 2018 38,581 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Feb 2017 37,132 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 36,096 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 35,235 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inside edge(tracking)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 34,282 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Feb 2013 33,546 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 32,807 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 32,223 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 30,362 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 30,185 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 29,441 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 26,980 miles

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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GU03 CYF is a 2003 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 74,114 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GU03 CYF, 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 23 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU03 CYF registered?

GU03 CYF is a 2003 Lexus IS300, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is GU03 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU03 CYF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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