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DE53 OZG

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,920 mi
Last recorded85,920 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 85,920 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 85,915 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 84,088 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 79,931 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2014 75,555 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 70,683 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 70,683 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 66,063 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2011 61,653 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 57,061 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 53,478 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 47,830 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 47,824 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)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 43,148 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2006 34,063 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 OZG is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OZG, 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 DE53 OZG registered?

DE53 OZG is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is DE53 OZG safe to buy?

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