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FM53 AVJ

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

143,612 mi
Last recorded143,612 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 AVJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 143,612 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 139,751 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 135,888 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 132,425 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 127,062 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 19 Sep 2013 117,559 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 108,537 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 3 Oct 2011 96,741 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 96,741 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 83,336 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 75,787 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 65,000 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2009 65,000 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 57,340 miles

front & rear brake discs slightly deteriated

Fail 12 Feb 2008 57,340 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front & rear brake discs slightly deteriated

Pass 28 Feb 2007 45,914 miles

front & rear brake discs deteriated

Fail 28 Feb 2007 45,914 miles

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

front & rear brake discs 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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FM53 AVJ is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FM53 AVJ, 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.

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What year was FM53 AVJ registered?

FM53 AVJ is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 February 2004.

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The MOT history for FM53 AVJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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