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HJ03 UXR

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,336 mi
Last recorded147,336 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 UXR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 147,336 miles

General corrosion

Headlamp lens deteriorated

Pass 26 Apr 2019 144,316 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 131,133 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 116,885 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 102,974 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 89,524 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Jan 2014 75,798 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 65,304 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 65,302 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 54,786 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 54,786 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 43,317 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 31,530 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,759 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 17,493 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,564 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 12,412 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 UXR is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UXR, 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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HJ03 UXR is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 March 2003.

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