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BX53 CBY

2003 Lexus IS200

White Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

116,276 mi
Last recorded116,276 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 CBY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2012 116,276 miles

Slight play in off side front suspension bottom ball joint

Fail 19 Nov 2012 116,276 miles

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

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

Slight play in off side front suspension bottom ball joint

Fail 18 Nov 2011 106,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Slight play in off side front bottom ball joint

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 106,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Slight play in off side front bottom ball joint

Pass 5 Nov 2010 87,877 miles

nearside front tyre wearing from outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2009 69,995 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 69,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 49,704 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 32,690 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 18,701 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 18,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all tyres worn on edges

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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BX53 CBY is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in White with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 BX53 CBY, 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 BX53 CBY registered?

BX53 CBY is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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