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AU53 MHM

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,834 mi
Last recorded99,834 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 MHM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 99,834 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

both sides rear body has light corrosion (outer sills)

rear subframe has light corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2018 98,747 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 97,946 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 96,672 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 94,611 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 89,827 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 89,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 83,635 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 8 Aug 2012 73,599 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 63,066 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 58,679 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 53,283 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Jul 2008 43,847 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 37,177 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 30,660 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 30,643 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 MHM is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 MHM, 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 22 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 MHM registered?

AU53 MHM is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 January 2004.

Is AU53 MHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 MHM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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