CarVerify

Free Car Check

DF53 TWL

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,981 mi
Last recorded106,981 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 TWL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 106,981 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill at rear end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner and outer sill at end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 106,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill at rear end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner and outer sill at end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 105,154 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 105,152 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 101,335 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 101,333 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 97,608 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 97,607 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 92,287 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 83,744 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 83,744 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 76,548 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 69,428 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 62,411 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 53,298 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 53,280 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 44,357 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 36,916 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 29,984 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 29,984 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 24,346 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
Full Lexus IS200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DF53 TWL is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 DF53 TWL, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF53 TWL?

You can check the full history of DF53 TWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DF53 TWL registered?

DF53 TWL is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is DF53 TWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 TWL shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF53 TWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DF53 TWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.