LEXUS RX300 (2000)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 47 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests (2024)
47
Avg Mileage
118,488 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2000 LEXUS RX300 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the LEXUS brand average of 87%.
At 24 years old, 66% of LEXUS RX300s from 2000 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 47 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 118,488 miles.
How does the 2000 LEXUS RX300 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2000 LEXUS RX300 has 118,488 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 177,600 miles for a 24-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a LEXUS RX300?
The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 81% MOT pass rate, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 67%. The 2000 sits between the two at 66%.
How much does a 2000 LEXUS RX300 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
LEXUS RX300 by Year
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About the 2000 LEXUS RX300
The 2000 LEXUS RX300 is a premium performance with a 2995cc petrol engine. 47 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2000 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 118,488 miles at 24 years old, LEXUS RX300 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2000 LEXUS RX300 Fuel Costs
The 2995cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2000 LEXUS RX300?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 66% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
LEXUS RX300 Reliability Trend
Newer LEXUS RX300s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 7 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2000 LEXUS RX300
At 24 years old, the LEXUS RX300 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 81%. Note: with only 47 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2000 LEXUS RX300
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2001) 77% pass rate (+11%) from 9,406 tests
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+12%) from 8,191 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2002) 82% pass rate (+16%) from 4,350 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+21%) from 3,668 tests