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FG52 EES

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

133,528 mi
Last recorded133,528 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 EES
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2024 133,528 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 130,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear tyres cracking in sidewalls

Fail 5 Jun 2018 130,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

rear tyres cracking in sidewalls

Pass 8 Jun 2017 128,270 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 126,509 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended all (2.4.F.3)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended all (2.4.F.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 123,856 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 120,777 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 112,180 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

engine mil light on

windscreen has damage out of swept area

Fail 9 Apr 2013 112,180 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine mil light on

windscreen has damage out of swept area

Pass 24 Apr 2012 105,659 miles

engine mil light on

Pass 29 Mar 2011 97,005 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 15 Apr 2010 89,785 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 89,734 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 79,774 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 67,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 50,276 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 50,276 miles

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

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

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

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

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

slight cut on offside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 12 Feb 2007 49,277 miles

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

tyres worn to limit

Pass 14 Feb 2006 41,863 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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FG52 EES is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FG52 EES, 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 FG52 EES registered?

FG52 EES is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 January 2003.

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