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MT53 PWU

2004 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,869 mi
Last recorded56,869 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 PWU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 56,869 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2017 56,748 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 47,783 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 43,839 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 38,218 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 30,656 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 27,263 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak from o/s rear drive shaft

Fail 25 Apr 2012 27,157 miles

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

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

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak from o/s rear drive shaft

Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,276 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,875 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 19,112 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 12,532 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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MT53 PWU is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 MT53 PWU, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT53 PWU registered?

MT53 PWU is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is MT53 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 PWU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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