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GV53 HUU

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,210 mi
Last recorded107,210 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 HUU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 107,210 miles

Inner body sills corroded

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear subframe mounting attachment bracket corroded both sides

Pass 15 Oct 2024 104,618 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2024 104,618 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 98,318 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2023 98,316 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 91,318 miles

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake control has excessive movement, advise adjust or repair.

Fail 17 Oct 2022 91,299 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Rear section of sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Rear section of sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake control has excessive movement, advise adjust or repair.

Pass 15 Oct 2021 85,065 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 80,754 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 73,046 miles

Handbrake travel high

Pass 6 Oct 2018 70,471 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 68,515 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 64,808 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inside (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 59,957 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 55,370 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 55,361 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 50,075 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 45,167 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 40,640 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 35,337 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 28,974 miles

both rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,896 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,922 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 8,566 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 HUU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HUU, 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 HUU registered?

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

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