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GV53 YFM

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,905 mi
Last recorded116,905 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 116,905 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 108,098 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 100,059 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2019 100,059 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 85,701 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 75,976 miles

engine management light

exhaust slightly corroded

o/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge

Fail 27 Sep 2017 75,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle front discs and pads (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine management light

exhaust slightly corroded

o/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2016 64,151 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 53,500 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 48,403 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2012 40,888 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 32,803 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 21,645 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 16,458 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 16,458 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)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 13,481 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 11,035 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 8,897 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 YFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YFM, 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 YFM registered?

GV53 YFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is GV53 YFM safe to buy?

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