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BO53 TBG

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

147,534 mi
Last recorded147,534 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO53 TBG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 147,534 miles

Front Fuel hose poor under bonnet

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 142,265 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 142,265 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 133,715 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 133,715 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible Letter G delaminated (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced output reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2016 122,209 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel requires attention / adjustment (3.1.6b)

full under body trays / covers fitted at time of test restricting inspection

Fail 30 Dec 2016 122,209 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both not working (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel requires attention / adjustment (3.1.6b)

full under body trays / covers fitted at time of test restricting inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2015 112,596 miles

underbody covers / trays fitted at time test

Fail 19 Dec 2015 112,581 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. 225/45x17 (4.1.A.1a)

underbody covers / trays fitted at time test

Pass 3 Jan 2015 108,947 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 103,177 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 103,177 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 95,509 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 95,509 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 87,330 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 87,330 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2011 79,053 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 79,053 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2010 70,041 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 59,508 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 40,994 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 25,917 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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BO53 TBG 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 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BO53 TBG, 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 BO53 TBG registered?

BO53 TBG is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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