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FG53 OHJ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,382 mi
Last recorded127,382 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 OHJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 127,382 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 122,037 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 122,037 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 103,652 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 99,082 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 93,282 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 91,616 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 84,242 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked and perished

O/s/f brake sticky

Offside Front Tyre perished and cracked slightly

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Fail 6 Sep 2016 84,242 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Perished and cracked on sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated To brake caliper (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracked and perished

O/s/f brake sticky

Offside Front Tyre perished and cracked slightly

Offside Rear Tyre perished and cracked

Pass 8 Sep 2015 76,782 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 74,945 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 68,159 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 64,535 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 64,531 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 59,072 miles

Inner face of OSR brake disc lightly corroded.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 52,413 miles

Inner face of OSR brake disc scored and corroded.

Pass 17 Aug 2009 47,191 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 40,439 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 31,476 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 22,064 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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FG53 OHJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG53 OHJ, 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 FG53 OHJ registered?

FG53 OHJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 October 2003.

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