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GP53 KWR

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

121,856 mi
Last recorded121,856 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 121,856 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 117,587 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 113,044 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 105,706 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 90,992 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 84,111 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 76,904 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 76,904 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 143,841 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 74,589 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 72,571 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 66,765 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 59,856 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 53,160 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 48,412 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 46,225 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 42,821 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 36,754 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 28,967 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 28,967 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 21,929 miles

o/s/f tyre cut in inner sidewall

Pass 2 Feb 2007 17,143 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 16,847 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 KWR is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP53 KWR registered?

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

Is GP53 KWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 KWR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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