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BJ53 NJU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,904 mi
Last recorded133,904 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 NJU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 133,904 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 126,371 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 108,495 miles

check engine light on

undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2016 108,495 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

check engine light on

undertrays fitted

Fail 1 Apr 2015 99,210 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Apr 2015 99,210 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 81,980 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 81,979 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 73,133 miles

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

Nearside front tyre is low on the inner edge

Fail 19 Feb 2013 73,133 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside front tyre is low on the inner edge

Pass 4 May 2012 70,568 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 61,510 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 54,864 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 46,707 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 45,812 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 42,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 40,165 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 40,097 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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BJ53 NJU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ53 NJU, 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

How do I check the history of BJ53 NJU?

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What year was BJ53 NJU registered?

BJ53 NJU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is BJ53 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 NJU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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