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BG53 USJ

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

131,302 mi
Last recorded131,302 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 USJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 131,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 125,641 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 114,447 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 114,447 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 108,743 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 105,044 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 101,702 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 98,996 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 97,199 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 95,332 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 90,988 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 85,933 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 80,744 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 76,104 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 71,640 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 66,059 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 56,125 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 44,631 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 43,641 miles

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

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

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

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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BG53 USJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BG53 USJ, 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 BG53 USJ registered?

BG53 USJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is BG53 USJ safe to buy?

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