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2003 Lexus GS300 SE Auto

Bronze Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,312 mi
Last recorded148,312 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 CSV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300 SE Auto
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 148,312 miles

EML ON

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt WISHBONE BALL JOINT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt UPPER WISHBONE BALLJOINT (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 May 2017 148,312 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

EML ON

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt WISHBONE BALL JOINT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt UPPER WISHBONE BALLJOINT (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 137,498 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' central and offside (8.3.1a)

Fail 9 May 2016 137,481 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint upper arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint upper arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' central and offside (8.3.1a)

engine management light on

Pass 30 Apr 2015 124,676 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Apr 2014 114,082 miles

N/S/F tyre is wearing on the inner edge.

Rear exhaust joints corroded.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 106,005 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 98,073 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 88,472 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2011 88,470 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear 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)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 74,224 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 60,722 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 56,424 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 48,455 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 33,678 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300 SE Auto?

Based on 2,088 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 121
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
position lamp(s) not working 36
Stop lamp not working 29
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 29
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YF03 CSV is a 2003 Lexus GS300 SE Auto in Bronze with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YF03 CSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus GS300 SE Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YF03 CSV is a 2003 Lexus GS300 SE Auto, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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