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FD52 VYJ

2003 Lexus IS200 Sport

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,748 mi
Last recorded45,748 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport53,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD52 VYJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 Sport
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 Jan 2008 45,748 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges [stepped tread]

Pass 16 Jan 2007 35,373 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 26,965 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 Sport?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,438
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 126
position lamp(s) not working 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 27
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
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FD52 VYJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 53,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 126 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD52 VYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD52 VYJ registered?

FD52 VYJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is FD52 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD52 VYJ shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FD52 VYJ have outstanding finance?

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