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FH52 JVK

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

74,399 mi
Last recorded74,399 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 JVK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 74,399 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 71,038 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 68,174 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 64,985 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 61,892 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 61,892 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 56,802 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 55,508 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside inner disc face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 52,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 48,880 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 45,401 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 42,682 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 40,053 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 37,842 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 36,464 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 35,796 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 34,571 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 32,647 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 32,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 29,441 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 29,436 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 25,349 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 25,349 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 20,638 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 15,154 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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FH52 JVK is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 FH52 JVK, 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

How do I check the history of FH52 JVK?

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What year was FH52 JVK registered?

FH52 JVK is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 7 February 2003.

Is FH52 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 JVK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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