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DE53 FJN

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

138,095 mi
Last recorded138,095 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 FJN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 138,095 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 127,414 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 126,879 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 111,733 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2022 111,547 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 93,044 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 92,466 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 69,071 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 69,055 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 65,500 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 57,102 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 52,619 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 51,915 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 49,039 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 48,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 46,345 miles

offside front tyre cracking

Pass 16 Nov 2011 43,159 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 39,426 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 34,419 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 34,335 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2008 29,076 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 29,076 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 22,180 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 17,430 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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DE53 FJN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 DE53 FJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE53 FJN registered?

DE53 FJN is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is DE53 FJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 FJN shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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