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AU53 FRK

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

88,324 mi
Last recorded88,324 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 FRK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 88,324 miles

Body not fully secure both sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 88,324 miles

Body not fully secure both sills (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 87,131 miles

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 84,098 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 81,603 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 79,758 miles

Nearside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 72,094 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 64,045 miles

Headlamp lens deteriorated.

Pass 14 Oct 2014 55,665 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 46,782 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 44,154 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 42,512 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 39,196 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 35,774 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 32,338 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 30,036 miles

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges to legal limit

Pass 2 Apr 2007 24,108 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 19,144 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?

Based on 546,826 MOT tests across 35,416 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,944
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
35,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,437
position lamp(s) not working 12,861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,257
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,129
Registration plate lamp not working 9,520
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AU53 FRK is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 75,576 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 FRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU53 FRK registered?

AU53 FRK is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is AU53 FRK safe to buy?

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