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FL53 YYF

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

177,323 mi
Last recorded177,323 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 YYF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 177,323 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 177,318 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 169,869 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 161,806 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 153,394 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 145,631 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 145,645 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2017 135,664 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 125,987 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 116,691 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Dec 2014 107,435 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 98,049 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 89,846 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

number plates deteriorating

Pass 19 Dec 2012 89,846 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

number plates deteriorating

Pass 21 Dec 2011 80,378 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Jan 2011 71,007 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

re attatch rear number plate

Pass 13 Jan 2011 71,007 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

re attatch rear number plate

Pass 19 Jan 2010 61,053 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 51,021 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 40,827 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 31,498 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 YYF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YYF, 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 YYF registered?

FL53 YYF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is FL53 YYF safe to buy?

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