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GX03 FOV

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

87,027 mi
Last recorded87,027 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 FOV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 87,027 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 May 2021 84,077 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 84,074 miles

Horn not working unable to locate horn switch (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system hose to caliper union leaking (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2020 81,626 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

n/s rear outer cv gaiter leaking slightly

Fail 3 Feb 2020 81,626 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

considerable surface corrosion under vehicle

n/s rear outer cv gaiter leaking slightly

Pass 22 Jan 2019 80,531 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 76,886 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 76,886 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 76,880 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 76,850 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 72,963 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excess (6.3.1d)

corrosion to both rear inner sills/chassis rails

Fail 2 Feb 2016 72,956 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread close to excess (6.3.1d)

corrosion to both rear inner sills/chassis rails

Pass 3 Feb 2015 70,545 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion to both rear inner sills/chassis rails

Pass 4 Feb 2014 66,768 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear pads getting low

slight corrosion to both rear inner sills

Pass 28 Jan 2013 63,509 miles

Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 60,010 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 56,472 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 52,675 miles

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

considerable play in steering rack mountings

offside rear lens broken

Pass 6 Feb 2009 47,575 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 42,825 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 36,430 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 29,279 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 29,279 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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GX03 FOV is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX03 FOV, 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 GX03 FOV registered?

GX03 FOV is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is GX03 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX03 FOV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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