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GP53 UET

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,905 mi
Last recorded88,905 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 88,905 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 83,272 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (light misting of oil) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2019 76,175 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 76,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (ply exposed on inner edge) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (ply exposed on inner edge) (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2018 72,232 miles

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

both front tyre inner edges worn but not showing ply or cords

Fail 18 May 2018 72,232 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

both front tyre inner edges worn but not showing ply or cords

Pass 10 Jun 2016 65,531 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 60,494 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 55,498 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 51,158 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 43,212 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 37,714 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 34,193 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 27,464 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 24,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 19,301 miles

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

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 UET is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UET, 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 UET registered?

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

Is GP53 UET safe to buy?

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