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GP53 UDM

2003 Lexus IS200 SE

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,465 mi
Last recorded71,465 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS200 SE54,743 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 UDM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 71,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 65,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2011 57,498 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 49,293 miles

both front tyres very low on outer edges

Fail 9 Aug 2010 49,290 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres very low on outer edges

Fail 4 Jun 2009 40,860 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front number plate damage

Pass 4 Jun 2009 40,860 miles

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

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

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

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

front number plate damage

Pass 27 Feb 2008 32,465 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 24,999 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 24,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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GP53 UDM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 54,743 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP53 UDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP53 UDM registered?

GP53 UDM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 17 December 2003.

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