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DK53 GWZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,508 mi
Last recorded129,508 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 GWZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 129,508 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 129,266 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chassis has general surface corrsion

Pass 2 Mar 2020 126,690 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 126,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 121,884 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2000 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1500 miles (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 114,278 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 114,264 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 105,977 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 100,712 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 100,708 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 85,471 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 78,636 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 60,134 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 44,250 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 34,587 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 24,682 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 14,917 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 12,616 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 11,180 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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DK53 GWZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DK53 GWZ, 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 DK53 GWZ registered?

DK53 GWZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is DK53 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK53 GWZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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