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CX53 BBZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 BBZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 69,945 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 58,983 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2013 58,977 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Nov 2012 56,627 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 56,627 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 54,429 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 51,453 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 49,998 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 44,841 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 35,283 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 26,770 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 25,906 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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CX53 BBZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 CX53 BBZ, 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 CX53 BBZ registered?

CX53 BBZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is CX53 BBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 BBZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX53 BBZ have outstanding finance?

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