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GV53 YGF

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,485 mi
Last recorded52,485 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2011
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 YGF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2011 52,485 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 46,474 miles

front brakes slight imbalance

Pass 10 Nov 2009 41,769 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 35,588 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,994 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 17,665 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 YGF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YGF, 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 YGF registered?

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

Is GV53 YGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV53 YGF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV53 YGF have outstanding finance?

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