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L126 ADF

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,533 mi
Last recorded127,533 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL126 ADF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 127,533 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 115,378 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 114,229 miles

backbox slightly deteriorated

headlamps slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2016 101,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges & on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 101,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges & on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 66,459 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 76,267 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 64,436 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 64,401 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 56,753 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 49,941 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 49,934 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 42,792 miles

some wear rear tyre edges

Pass 6 Apr 2009 32,388 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 27,821 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 21,480 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,703 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)

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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L126 ADF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 L126 ADF, 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 L126 ADF registered?

L126 ADF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is L126 ADF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L126 ADF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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