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2003 Lexus IS200 SE

Black Other 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,029 mi
Last recorded38,029 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS200 SE54,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH02 BAN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 38,029 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 32,406 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 32,388 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 28,700 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 28,221 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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CH02 BAN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE in Black with a 1,988cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 54,743 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CH02 BAN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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CH02 BAN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 26 August 2003.

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