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GP53 GKE

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

131,220 mi
Last recorded131,220 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 GKE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 131,220 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 103,955 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 95,363 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2017 92,512 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 87,334 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 83,593 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 81,290 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 73,654 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 70,656 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 70,656 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 65,600 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 59,324 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 59,324 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 54,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres tread wearing in the centre

Pass 10 Jun 2008 47,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 34,020 miles

REF;Test number 314115377031

Fail 16 Mar 2007 34,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake discs and pads worn

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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GP53 GKE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GP53 GKE, 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 GP53 GKE registered?

GP53 GKE is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is GP53 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 GKE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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