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GP53 KVF

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,385 mi
Last recorded33,385 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 33,385 miles

SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED FRONT AND REAR

Pass 26 Nov 2024 32,407 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 31,268 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 30,063 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 28,872 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 28,220 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 27,404 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 26,593 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 25,437 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 24,201 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 22,851 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 22,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 21,506 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 19,782 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 18,654 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 17,522 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 15,891 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 14,875 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 13,038 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 10,759 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 8,748 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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GP53 KVF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KVF, 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 KVF registered?

GP53 KVF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is GP53 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 KVF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP53 KVF have outstanding finance?

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