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FL53 YXY

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,784 mi
Last recorded122,784 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 YXY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 122,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Corrosion to n/s/r outer sill panel within prescribed area not currently excessive

Corrosion to vehicle underside

Fail 18 Aug 2014 117,216 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 117,216 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 108,806 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 108,806 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Aug 2012 99,562 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 99,562 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 94,175 miles

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

nearside rear tyre inner edge bald

offside front tyre inner edge bald

rear discs very rusty

Pass 6 Oct 2010 85,603 miles

pitting to offside rear brake disc

Pass 6 Oct 2009 74,779 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

unable to visually inspect rear pads due to design of callipor

Fail 6 Oct 2009 74,779 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

unable to visually inspect rear pads due to design of callipor

Pass 2 Oct 2008 63,331 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 51,034 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 36,452 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 YXY is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YXY, 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 FL53 YXY registered?

FL53 YXY is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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The MOT history for FL53 YXY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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