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EX53 UXU

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,973 mi
Last recorded98,973 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 UXU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 98,973 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 93,095 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 86,217 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 81,231 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 73,367 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 57,781 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Oct 2010 57,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering component damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Oct 2009 41,541 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 28,065 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 24,785 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 17,500 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 17,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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EX53 UXU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EX53 UXU, 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

How do I check the history of EX53 UXU?

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What year was EX53 UXU registered?

EX53 UXU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is EX53 UXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 UXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX53 UXU have outstanding finance?

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