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KL53 GYA

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

149,738 mi
Last recorded149,738 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 GYA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 149,738 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 141,344 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 135,017 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 126,509 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 118,029 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 108,874 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 100,502 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 92,987 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 87,005 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 80,835 miles

ADVISE ONLY BOTH FRONT LOWER ARM BALL JOINTS VERY SLIGHT LOSS OF GREASE.

ADVISE ONLY NSF SHOCK VERY SLIGHT MISTING.

Pass 17 Jul 2014 75,451 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 46,014 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 61,471 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 56,689 miles

both rear tyres reading 3mm

Pass 13 Jul 2010 49,725 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 49,725 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 14 Jul 2009 42,634 miles

both front tyres getting low tread pattern on innner egde

Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,464 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 28,772 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,832 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KL53 GYA is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KL53 GYA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KL53 GYA registered?

KL53 GYA is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is KL53 GYA safe to buy?

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