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GV53 ATF

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,092 mi
Last recorded78,092 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2021 78,092 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 71,074 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 69,869 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 68,441 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 67,128 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 65,116 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 63,038 miles

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of rear belts

Pass 6 Nov 2014 60,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2013 57,732 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Nov 2012 54,815 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 54,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 52,206 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 49,185 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 45,928 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 38,633 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 30,929 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 25,214 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2007 25,207 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 ATF 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 ATF, 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 ATF registered?

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

Is GV53 ATF safe to buy?

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