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AY53 MVZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,364 mi
Last recorded95,364 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 MVZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 95,364 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 95,123 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 94,243 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 94,213 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 91,261 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit limits (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 82,280 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 72,090 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 72,090 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 64,322 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 59,198 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2013 59,198 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2012 52,293 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 47,044 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 41,369 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 36,377 miles

Headlights dip to the right.Headlight deflectors fitted.Passable at time of test.

Pass 14 Jan 2008 31,640 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 26,468 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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AY53 MVZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AY53 MVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 MVZ registered?

AY53 MVZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AY53 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 MVZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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