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GP53 VKX

2003 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

108,070 mi
Last recorded108,070 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 VKX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 108,070 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output opaque (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 97,501 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 97,279 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 88,714 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 79,598 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 71,505 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 63,357 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 55,434 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 49,717 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 41,803 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 30,107 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 18,498 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 16,240 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2007 12,492 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 8,396 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 VKX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VKX, 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 VKX registered?

GP53 VKX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is GP53 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 VKX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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