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GM03 FXE

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

94,817 mi
Last recorded94,817 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 FXE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 94,817 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 94,811 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 85,397 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 78,118 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 66,083 miles

General corrosion on all front and rear suspension components

Plastic undertrays fitted to vehicle obscuring the view of some components

Rear subframe and mountings corroded but not excessive

Fail 15 May 2019 66,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

General corrosion on all front and rear suspension components

Plastic undertrays fitted to vehicle obscuring the view of some components

Rear subframe and mountings corroded but not excessive

Pass 8 Jun 2018 57,847 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

General corrosion on all suspension components

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted vehicle obscuring the view of some components

Fail 2 Jun 2018 57,847 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

General corrosion on all suspension components

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Undertrays fitted vehicle obscuring the view of some components

Pass 3 Jun 2017 54,938 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

Plastic under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 17 Jun 2016 50,788 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 50,788 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 50,555 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)

UNDER BODY CORRODED

Pass 5 Jun 2015 49,571 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 48,143 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,789 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 45,732 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 25 May 2012 43,389 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 40,473 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 37,293 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 32,973 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 29,270 miles

Front 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 1 Jun 2007 25,019 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r child seat fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2006 18,362 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 18,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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GM03 FXE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 GM03 FXE, 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 GM03 FXE registered?

GM03 FXE is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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