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KG03 JPY

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,508 mi
Last recorded85,508 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG03 JPY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 85,508 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 83,167 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 78,781 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 75,444 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 73,492 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 71,715 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 70,463 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 67,962 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint has Slightly Loss Of Grease

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pads could not be inspected fully due to caliper in the way. however, by inspecting it visually it seems they are worn out approximately 80%. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 May 2019 67,962 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint has Slightly Loss Of Grease

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp bulb not setting correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pads could not be inspected fully due to caliper in the way. however, by inspecting it visually it seems they are worn out approximately 80%. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 65,804 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 64,219 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 60,596 miles

Front Lower Both Front Lower Balljoints Slight Loss Of Grease.

Nearside Front Tyre Getting Low, Advise Only.

Pass 22 Apr 2015 56,475 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 52,523 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 48,261 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 48,261 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 45,585 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,901 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 37,219 miles

both front tyres reading 3mm

Pass 16 Apr 2009 33,132 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,773 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 23,374 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 18,182 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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KG03 JPY is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KG03 JPY, 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 KG03 JPY registered?

KG03 JPY is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 April 2003.

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