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GP53 UDL

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

125,384 mi
Last recorded125,384 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 125,384 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 121,253 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 117,549 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 117,520 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 116,536 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 116,523 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 114,534 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 112,993 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 112,993 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 106,577 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 106,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 96,715 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 88,137 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 87,111 miles

n/s/f wheel bearing noisy in operation

Pass 11 Jan 2014 79,408 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 77,104 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 73,981 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 73,980 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 69,715 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 62,406 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 55,324 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 51,693 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 47,174 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 42,486 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 UDL is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 UDL, 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 UDL registered?

GP53 UDL is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is GP53 UDL safe to buy?

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