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BT52 CTU

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

143,466 mi
Last recorded143,466 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 CTU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 143,466 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 139,539 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 134,522 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 128,788 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front wishbone bushes perished

Pass 21 Dec 2013 123,966 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 117,333 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 107,991 miles

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

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

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

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

both front discs worn

osf tyre starting to crack

Pass 29 Dec 2010 98,914 miles

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

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 4 Jan 2010 89,035 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 81,757 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 73,364 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 65,389 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 65,389 miles

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

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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BT52 CTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BT52 CTU, 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 BT52 CTU registered?

BT52 CTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is BT52 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 CTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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