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DF53 VBA

2004 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,073 mi
Last recorded124,073 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 VBA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2013 124,073 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 112,328 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 102,820 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 88,920 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 72,574 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 57,872 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 43,544 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 36,535 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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DF53 VBA is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DF53 VBA, 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.

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What year was DF53 VBA registered?

DF53 VBA is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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