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LB03 PBU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

152,833 mi
Last recorded152,833 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB03 PBU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 152,833 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 144,760 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 137,759 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 132,210 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 127,192 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 122,483 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 117,795 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 111,751 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2019 111,689 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 106,399 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 101,702 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 95,339 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 89,889 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 85,344 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 85,340 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine lamp on dash

Pass 5 Sep 2012 75,793 miles

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

small cut on outer wall n/s/rear tyer

Fail 5 Sep 2012 75,791 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

small cut on outer wall n/s/rear tyer

Pass 24 Aug 2011 66,231 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 59,514 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 49,678 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 43,086 miles

o/s/r inner discs is rusty

Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,243 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 25,977 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 24,790 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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LB03 PBU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LB03 PBU, 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 LB03 PBU registered?

LB03 PBU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is LB03 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB03 PBU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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