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GV53 AOU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,867 mi
Last recorded37,867 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 AOU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 37,867 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch to sill area starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides rear inner sills starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Under floor covers fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2020 35,993 miles

Floor covers fitted

Underside corrosion

Fail 29 Oct 2020 35,993 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 53% brake imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Floor covers fitted

Underside corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2019 34,000 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Fail 30 Oct 2019 34,000 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

underside corrosion

Pass 31 Oct 2018 31,887 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 29,692 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 27,562 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 25,932 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 24,657 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2013 23,212 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inside tread

Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,671 miles

nearside front tyre inner edge worn low

Pass 5 Oct 2011 18,207 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 14,870 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 11,932 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 9,407 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 7,310 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 5,117 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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GV53 AOU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver 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 GV53 AOU, 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 GV53 AOU registered?

GV53 AOU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is GV53 AOU safe to buy?

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