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EN53 KXE

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,875 mi
Last recorded116,875 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2014
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 KXE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2014 116,875 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2014 116,873 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 113,755 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 99,858 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 99,819 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 86,849 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 72,749 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 59,160 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 54,985 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 54,985 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 47,252 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2007 47,252 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 33,602 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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EN53 KXE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 EN53 KXE, 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 EN53 KXE registered?

EN53 KXE is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is EN53 KXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 KXE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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