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GP53 UEW

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,613 mi
Last recorded55,613 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 55,613 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 52,139 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2010 51,963 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2009 46,628 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 32,410 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 32,410 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 23,731 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 17,230 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 UEW is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UEW, 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 UEW registered?

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

Is GP53 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 UEW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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