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FB52 AKG

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,574 mi
Last recorded81,574 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB52 AKG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2015 81,574 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)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 81,574 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box (7.1.2)

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)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' Sat nav holder. (Removed) (8.3.1e)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 76,062 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 70,453 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 64,143 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake disc corroded on inside face

Slight perishing of power steering pump belt

Pass 17 Aug 2011 59,364 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 52,917 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,136 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,673 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 37,353 miles

o/s/r tyre side wall slight tear

Fail 26 Nov 2007 37,352 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

o/s/r tyre side wall slight tear

Pass 27 Nov 2006 31,346 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 21,767 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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FB52 AKG 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 84.6%.

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 FB52 AKG, 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 FB52 AKG registered?

FB52 AKG is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is FB52 AKG safe to buy?

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