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FM53 EDC

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

155,512 mi
Last recorded155,512 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2019 155,512 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

under body has corrosion

Pass 1 Nov 2017 145,796 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

general under body corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2016 137,647 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 121,966 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 111,707 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 94,535 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 77,608 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 70,785 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 63,009 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 50,308 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 38,539 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 28,425 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 EDC is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EDC, 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 EDC registered?

FM53 EDC is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is FM53 EDC safe to buy?

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