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FL53 JYV

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,441 mi
Last recorded126,441 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 JYV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 126,441 miles

corrosion to outer sills

rear brake discs corroded and pitted slightly

Pass 6 Jun 2018 120,576 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 120,575 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 115,908 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 115,907 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 111,108 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 104,391 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 97,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,151 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 91,139 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 86,249 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 79,736 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 71,932 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 65,198 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 53,205 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 45,532 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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FL53 JYV is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FL53 JYV, 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 FL53 JYV registered?

FL53 JYV is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for FL53 JYV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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