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DE53 LYN

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

141,486 mi
Last recorded141,486 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 LYN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 141,486 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 136,888 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 134,035 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 130,473 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 126,110 miles

Nearside Rear hub lower rose bush has slight play / lift

front windscreen washers weak

under vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 27 Nov 2020 121,391 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 118,144 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 111,823 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 104,431 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 96,859 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 88,551 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 80,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2014 80,927 miles

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

Rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 Dec 2013 73,576 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 65,845 miles

advise front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Dec 2011 59,483 miles

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

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

advise front brake discs worn

Pass 13 Dec 2010 52,762 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 45,433 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 37,450 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 29,549 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 21,564 miles

rear tyres worn on inner 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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DE53 LYN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DE53 LYN, 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 LYN registered?

DE53 LYN is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is DE53 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 LYN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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