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LG53 NUP

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

144,492 mi
Last recorded144,492 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 NUP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2022 144,492 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 127,986 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 118,726 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 108,757 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 97,837 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 87,304 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 85,089 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 82,206 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 82,206 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 80,319 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 80,319 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 78,710 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 71,857 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 54,963 miles

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

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)

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Pass 15 Sep 2010 40,961 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 40,961 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 36,110 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 33,096 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 29,503 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 25,301 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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LG53 NUP 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 85%.

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 LG53 NUP, 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 LG53 NUP registered?

LG53 NUP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is LG53 NUP safe to buy?

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