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DU53 CTF

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,722 mi
Last recorded94,722 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU53 CTF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 94,722 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 94,401 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 94,044 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 94,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 92,811 miles

under trays

Fail 24 Nov 2020 92,700 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays

Pass 27 Nov 2019 88,205 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 81,935 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 77,494 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 73,230 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 67,712 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 61,398 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 55,874 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 49,474 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 49,474 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2011 43,385 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2010 38,030 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 33,860 miles

Slight play in steering column (side to side)

Unable to inspect front to rear brake pipes due to plastic protection covers fitted.

Fail 11 Aug 2009 33,860 miles

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

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

Nearside front tyre close to legal limit and void of tread on inner edge.

Slight play in steering column (side to side)

Unable to inspect front to rear brake pipes due to plastic protection covers fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2008 28,732 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 24,340 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 19,817 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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DU53 CTF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DU53 CTF, 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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DU53 CTF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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