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DG53 KTU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

117,868 mi
Last recorded117,868 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 KTU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 117,868 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 114,634 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

unable to view rear brake pads

Pass 9 Oct 2015 111,059 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 111,059 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2014 105,568 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 95,271 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 86,122 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 74,764 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 65,065 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,867 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 41,923 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,383 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 24,621 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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DG53 KTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG53 KTU, 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 DG53 KTU registered?

DG53 KTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DG53 KTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 KTU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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