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GY03 YLW

2003 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,321 mi
Last recorded88,321 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 YLW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 88,321 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 84,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 78,905 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 71,665 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 71,665 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 64,695 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 55,323 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,961 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 43,874 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 38,619 miles

suspect rear pads getting low.

Fail 7 Apr 2011 38,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

suspect rear pads getting low.

Pass 13 Apr 2010 33,507 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 28,460 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,440 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 16,939 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 11,991 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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GY03 YLW is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GY03 YLW, 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 GY03 YLW registered?

GY03 YLW is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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