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AU53 JDX

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,445 mi
Last recorded78,445 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 JDX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 78,445 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 78,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2025 72,067 miles

suspension parts front and rear are slightly corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2025 72,061 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

suspension parts front and rear are slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2024 66,031 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 65,769 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective TRACK ROD END LOCK NUT LOOSE (2.1.3 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 60,879 miles

Front Tyres cracking.

Pass 24 Nov 2022 60,017 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 55,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 53,620 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 51,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 48,340 miles

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

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2016 45,386 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 42,316 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 39,599 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 39,599 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 36,842 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 36,842 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 34,138 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 30,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 Dec 2010 27,125 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 27,125 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 23,348 miles

Both front and offside rear tyres perished.

Both front and offside rear tyres worn on edges.

Pass 17 Dec 2008 97,530 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 15,546 miles

Both front tyres and offside rear tyre perished in between tread.

Pass 18 Dec 2006 10,284 miles

All 4 tyres starting to get perished.

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 JDX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JDX, 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 JDX registered?

AU53 JDX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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