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FN53 VMP

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,981 mi
Last recorded138,981 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 VMP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2009 138,981 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 134,176 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 116,746 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 86,266 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 86,261 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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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FN53 VMP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN53 VMP, 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 FN53 VMP registered?

FN53 VMP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is FN53 VMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN53 VMP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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