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GP53 VKA

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

189,722 mi
Last recorded189,722 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 189,722 miles

n/s front tyre worn heavily on inner edge

nail in o/s front tyre tread and worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Jan 2017 179,123 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 167,669 miles

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

advanced rear brake imbalance

both front tyres worn to limit on inner edges

both rear tyres worn to 3mm

front brake discs worn

o/s rear handbrake reading low

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 8 Jan 2015 150,142 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 132,332 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 132,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 119,400 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 109,735 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 95,691 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 82,850 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 70,893 miles

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,526 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 33,850 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 33,850 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 VKA is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VKA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP53 VKA registered?

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

Is GP53 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 VKA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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