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GP53 KXE

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,046 mi
Last recorded147,046 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 147,046 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper smearing slightly

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Offside Front wiper smearing slightly

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

engine mangerment light on

Pass 18 Apr 2016 136,495 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel slight brake binding

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nsf & osf (back inner) (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2014 125,590 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 116,434 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 113,218 miles

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

No oil was registering on dip stick (Toped up)

PAS & Alternator belts worn , require adjustment

Recomend wheel allignment checked

Tyre pressures low

Washer bottle was empty (toped up)

Fail 17 Dec 2012 113,208 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

No oil was registering on dip stick (Toped up)

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

PAS & Alternator belts worn , require adjustment

Recomend wheel allignment checked

Tyre pressures low

Washer bottle was empty (toped up)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 99,427 miles

O/S/F Brake caliper begining to stick

rear discs badly rusting

Fail 19 Aug 2011 99,415 miles

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

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

O/S/F Brake caliper begining to stick

rear discs badly rusting

Pass 11 May 2010 96,010 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 95,980 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

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

215/45ZR1791W

Rear discs badly worn / rusted inner faces.

Recomend tracking checked

Pass 30 Apr 2009 86,550 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 86,550 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 77,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

p.a.s belt dry

wipers worn

Pass 25 Jun 2007 69,940 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 58,748 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
Full Lexus IS200 reliability report

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GP53 KXE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GP53 KXE, 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 KXE registered?

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

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