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GV53 HPE

2003 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,895 mi
Last recorded107,895 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 HPE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 107,895 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 104,700 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 101,122 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 98,530 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 96,287 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 90,861 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 89,430 miles

Nearside Front tyre has deep cut on outer shoulder replacement recommended asap

Pass 9 May 2018 87,280 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 87,280 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2017 83,779 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 83,779 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 78,526 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 72,203 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 66,689 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 60,843 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 56,037 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,219 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 43,966 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,423 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 28,142 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 21,384 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 13,126 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 HPE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 HPE, 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 HPE registered?

GV53 HPE is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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The MOT history for GV53 HPE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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