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HJ53 WHX

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

110,205 mi
Last recorded110,205 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ53 WHX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 110,205 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2016 108,578 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 100,095 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 92,661 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 92,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2013 83,583 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 73,101 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 65,100 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 18 May 2010 57,689 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 51,996 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 48,093 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,803 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 30,881 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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HJ53 WHX 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 92.3%.

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 HJ53 WHX, 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 HJ53 WHX registered?

HJ53 WHX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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