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DA53 KFW

2003 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,772 mi
Last recorded125,772 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 KFW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 125,772 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges.

Centre rear seatbelt catch operation poor.

Pass 8 Apr 2016 115,456 miles

Centre rear seat belt stiff in operation

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 99,330 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 99,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 90,629 miles

At both front brakes; slight drag felt.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2013 90,629 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

At both front brakes; slight drag felt.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,659 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,314 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 71,314 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in o/s/f tyre,cords not exposed

Pass 15 Jul 2010 65,210 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 57,643 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 49,841 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 43,984 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 36,369 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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DA53 KFW is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DA53 KFW, 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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DA53 KFW is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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