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FM52 EVF

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

108,111 mi
Last recorded108,111 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 EVF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 108,111 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 105,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to rear wheel arches

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

oil residue on engine

Fail 6 Feb 2020 105,694 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion to rear wheel arches

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

oil residue on engine

Pass 15 Feb 2019 101,412 miles

Both front bottom arm rear bushes perishing

Both front discs heavily lipped

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Front Shocker misted with oil

Fail 13 Feb 2019 101,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Both front bottom arm rear bushes perishing

Both front discs heavily lipped

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside Front Shocker misted with oil

Pass 8 Feb 2018 96,708 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

under trays fitted unable to see testable item

Pass 1 Feb 2017 91,083 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 91,081 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 75% (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 85,010 miles

all ancillary drive belts perished

both frt tyres starting to split in sidewalls

frt brake pads starting to wear low

oil residue on engine

Fail 10 Feb 2016 85,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

oil residue on engine

Pass 11 Feb 2015 78,510 miles

both front tyres have slight splitting on inner side walls

nearside rear tyre close to legal limit and worn on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2014 72,103 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2014 72,103 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Additional braking device has inadequate clearance between other components (3.6.I.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Additional braking device has inadequate clearance between other components (3.6.I.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 66,383 miles

engine oil leaks

front wipers smearing

osf and nsf tyres very low on edges

Fail 6 Feb 2013 66,383 miles

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

engine oil leaks

front wipers smearing

osf and nsf tyres very low on edges

Pass 16 Feb 2012 60,710 miles

both front tyres very low on inner edges

child seats fitted to rear

damage to front bumper

rear pads very low

Pass 8 Feb 2011 54,167 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 48,598 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Feb 2010 48,598 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Jan 2009 42,905 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear numberplate starting to delaminate

wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 11 Jan 2008 37,803 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 30,453 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake pads worn

rear number plate deteriated

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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FM52 EVF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FM52 EVF, 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 FM52 EVF registered?

FM52 EVF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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