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LD03 LJE

2003 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

105,903 mi
Last recorded105,903 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 LJE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 105,903 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 105,903 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 94,088 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 90,397 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 90,395 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 79,573 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 66,174 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 46,164 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 46,164 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 39,620 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 39,103 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 38,147 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 36,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 34,565 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 32,882 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 29,032 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 27,690 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 25,898 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 24,159 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,386 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 19,837 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 15,728 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 15 Mar 2006 12,376 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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LD03 LJE is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LD03 LJE, 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 LD03 LJE registered?

LD03 LJE is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is LD03 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD03 LJE shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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