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HG03 UPY

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,895 mi
Last recorded144,895 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG03 UPY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 144,895 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 135,511 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2014 127,905 miles

both rear tyres worn

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 29 Jan 2013 117,736 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 117,736 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

o/s/front wiper blade slightly split

Pass 31 Jan 2012 108,628 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 108,628 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 95,975 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 88,698 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 80,825 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 80,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2007 72,146 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 63,584 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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HG03 UPY is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG03 UPY, 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 HG03 UPY registered?

HG03 UPY is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is HG03 UPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG03 UPY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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