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LC53 TWD

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

169,532 mi
Last recorded169,532 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 TWD
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2020 169,532 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 164,304 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 158,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 151,122 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 142,704 miles

Nearside Front lower arm rear bush splitting

Nearside Front tyre perished and cut outer sidewall

Nearside Rear tyre worn

Pass 13 Nov 2015 133,928 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 131,020 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 125,684 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 119,820 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 11,701 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 104,215 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 96,334 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 71,212 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 48,833 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 25,180 miles

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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LC53 TWD is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LC53 TWD, 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 LC53 TWD registered?

LC53 TWD is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is LC53 TWD safe to buy?

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