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FH03 JNL

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

171,275 mi
Last recorded171,275 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH03 JNL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 171,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2016 171,270 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 162,013 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 151,662 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 140,003 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 125,327 miles

front discs and pads worn

Fail 21 Sep 2012 125,327 miles

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

front discs and pads worn

Pass 29 Sep 2011 112,751 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 112,631 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 97,433 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 86,238 miles

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

rear number plate starting to fade

Pass 5 Apr 2008 69,530 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 69,493 miles

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

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 64,737 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)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 47,036 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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FH03 JNL is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH03 JNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH03 JNL registered?

FH03 JNL is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is FH03 JNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH03 JNL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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