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GV53 ATU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

100,583 mi
Last recorded100,583 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 100,583 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 99,634 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 98,367 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 96,774 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 95,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 93,652 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 92,175 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 91,120 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 88,286 miles

both side sill slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2016 88,284 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

both side sill slightly corroded

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2015 87,199 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 82,699 miles

nearside front brake sticking

Pass 19 Sep 2013 76,403 miles

both rear tyres on limit

rear silencer leaking

Fail 17 Sep 2012 70,585 miles

ALL TYERS GETTING LOW

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 70,585 miles

ALL TYERS GETTING LOW

Pass 26 Sep 2011 65,643 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 59,926 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 55,187 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jul 2009 55,187 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 51,128 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 44,611 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 44,611 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Sep 2006 36,049 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 ATU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ATU, 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 GV53 ATU registered?

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

Is GV53 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 ATU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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