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AV53 FDF

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,905 mi
Last recorded60,905 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 FDF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 60,905 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2024 59,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 57,541 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

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

general underbody corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2022 53,548 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 50,831 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 50,825 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 49,549 miles

general underbody and sill corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2019 47,320 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Nov 2018 41,894 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 41,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2017 36,716 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cuts on inner sidewall

Pass 14 Nov 2016 32,747 miles

both front tyres low on inner edge of tread

Pass 16 Nov 2015 30,086 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 27,408 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 25,248 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 23,727 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 22,184 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 20,412 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 18,594 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 16,094 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 14,025 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 12,366 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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AV53 FDF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 AV53 FDF, 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 AV53 FDF registered?

AV53 FDF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is AV53 FDF safe to buy?

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