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FM53 AUY

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

64,420 mi
Last recorded64,420 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 AUY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 64,420 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 62,680 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 58,845 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under the car body and suspension slightly corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2020 57,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 56,100 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 55,123 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 53,975 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 53,975 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 52,454 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 48,048 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES ON THE LEGAL LIMIT ON INNER EDGES

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 45,238 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 42,205 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2013 42,201 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,065 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 36,262 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 33,463 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,450 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 25,450 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 20,156 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 14,513 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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FM53 AUY is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 FM53 AUY, 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 22 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 FM53 AUY registered?

FM53 AUY is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is FM53 AUY safe to buy?

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