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FH53 CGX

2003 Lexus IS200

Yellow Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,123 mi
Last recorded117,123 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 CGX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 117,123 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 108,396 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 88,199 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 86,299 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 77,909 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 70,358 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 65,014 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 49,542 miles

offside front tyre perrishing/cracking at treads

protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Fail 10 Jul 2009 49,539 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside front tyre perrishing/cracking at treads

protective covers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting inspections of testable items/areas

Pass 19 Jul 2008 25,939 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 23,031 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,153 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 CGX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Yellow with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 CGX, 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 CGX registered?

FH53 CGX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is FH53 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 CGX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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