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FH53 CFM

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

102,757 mi
Last recorded102,757 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 CFM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 102,757 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2019 102,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 96,491 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has nail in it. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has nail in it and under inflated (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 88,524 miles

Engine covers / under trays fitted obscuring view to some components

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 79,773 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 70,570 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 62,067 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 53,810 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 49,614 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Dec 2011 41,895 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 38,032 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 34,665 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 30,812 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 27,432 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 20,603 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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FH53 CFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FH53 CFM, 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 FH53 CFM registered?

FH53 CFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is FH53 CFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 CFM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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