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FH52 ULP

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,113 mi
Last recorded78,113 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 78,113 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 71,864 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 65,941 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 65,941 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 58,181 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 50,407 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 45,603 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 18 Feb 2012 41,472 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2012 41,338 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2011 36,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 32,825 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 32,825 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 29,488 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,376 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 22,305 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 17,692 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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FH52 ULP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 ULP, 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 FH52 ULP registered?

FH52 ULP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 12 January 2003.

Is FH52 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 ULP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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