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GP53 UFL

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

166,243 mi
Last recorded166,243 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 UFL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 166,243 miles

Central Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 165,824 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 164,992 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2019 164,992 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 156,919 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 156,916 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 146,970 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 136,390 miles

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

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

both wipers smear the windscreen lightly

under trays fitted preventing a full underside component inspection

Pass 16 Nov 2015 126,479 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 117,688 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 106,703 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 98,026 miles

both rear tyres getting low. (n/s 2MM)

front brake pads low.

very slight oil misting from o/s/r shock absorber.

Pass 12 Dec 2011 88,487 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 77,048 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 66,415 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 55,876 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,091 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 34,923 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 UFL is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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

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