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FB03 EOU

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,476 mi
Last recorded84,476 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 EOU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2013 84,476 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

Pass 12 Oct 2012 79,009 miles

Front bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2011 74,020 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front bumper damaged

offside front outer wing damaged

Pass 8 Oct 2010 67,035 miles

Front bumper insecure

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 13 Oct 2009 62,276 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 23 Oct 2008 57,653 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 48,013 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 47,983 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 36,782 miles

Front bumper insecure

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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FB03 EOU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FB03 EOU, 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 FB03 EOU registered?

FB03 EOU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is FB03 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB03 EOU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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