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LXI 479

2003 Lexus IS200 Sport

Red Other 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,188 mi
Last recorded94,188 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport53,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXI 479
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 Sport
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2026 94,188 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 93,838 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 93,699 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 93,651 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 93,300 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 91,719 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 90,844 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 89,817 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 Sport?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 429 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
6,438
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
429
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 126
position lamp(s) not working 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 27
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
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LXI 479 is a 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport in Red with a 1,988cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 53,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 126 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LXI 479, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of LXI 479?

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What year was LXI 479 registered?

LXI 479 is a 2003 Lexus IS200 Sport, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is LXI 479 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXI 479 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LXI 479 have outstanding finance?

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