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GP53 VLE

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

101,219 mi
Last recorded101,219 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 101,219 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 100,812 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 99,968 miles

Rear Seats Removed At Time Of Test

Pass 15 Sep 2020 97,671 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 97,671 miles

Offside Front Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 94,249 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 92,413 miles

Nearside front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 87,778 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 83,268 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

heavy corrosion throughout exhaust system

offside rear brake pipe rusty

Pass 13 Dec 2012 75,928 miles

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

front number plate cracked

rear bumper damaged at nearside

Pass 28 Dec 2011 68,716 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Dec 2010 62,167 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 57,247 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 44,779 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre (not repairable)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 32,268 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/r brake disc corroded on outer surface

Fail 12 Dec 2007 32,268 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

o/s/r brake disc corroded on outer surface

Pass 27 Dec 2006 23,587 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on edges (borderline)

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 VLE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VLE, 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 VLE registered?

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

Is GP53 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 VLE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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