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GN03 XMC

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,916 mi
Last recorded115,916 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 XMC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 115,916 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 107,976 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 102,454 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 96,732 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 96,729 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 87,111 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 80,989 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 75,972 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 70,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f and n/s/f tyres runingout offtrack /inner edge worn. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 70,871 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/f and n/s/f tyres runingout offtrack /inner edge worn. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 64,065 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 58,748 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 52,746 miles

under vehicle all suspension/braking components slightly corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2012 48,695 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 43,352 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 38,020 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 32,537 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,063 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 16,751 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 11,202 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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GN03 XMC is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GN03 XMC, 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 GN03 XMC registered?

GN03 XMC is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 May 2003.

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