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HJ03 JVG

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,461 mi
Last recorded94,461 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 JVG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 94,461 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 80,006 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 80,006 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 70,102 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 70,102 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 65,542 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 61,396 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 55,390 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,780 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 40,809 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 33,508 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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HJ03 JVG is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HJ03 JVG, 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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How do I check the history of HJ03 JVG?

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What year was HJ03 JVG registered?

HJ03 JVG is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 March 2003.

Is HJ03 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ03 JVG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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