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JY53 LEX

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,173 mi
Last recorded90,173 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJY53 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 90,173 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 85,282 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 79,911 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 75,618 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 70,092 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 66,328 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 66,328 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,892 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 59,455 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 53,043 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 29,962 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 11,620 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)

both rear tyres cracking advise replacement

Pass 13 Dec 2006 11,620 miles

both rear tyres cracking advise replacement

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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JY53 LEX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 JY53 LEX, 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 JY53 LEX registered?

JY53 LEX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is JY53 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for JY53 LEX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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