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MX03 JXZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

59,804 mi
Last recorded59,804 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 JXZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2012 59,804 miles

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

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

airbag light is on

slight oil leak

Fail 19 Dec 2012 59,800 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

airbag light is on

slight oil leak

Fail 20 Dec 2011 56,617 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 56,617 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 53,679 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 53,679 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 49,906 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 27 Apr 2010 49,906 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 44,232 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 44,232 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 40,394 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 35,260 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 29,119 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 29,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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MX03 JXZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MX03 JXZ, 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 MX03 JXZ registered?

MX03 JXZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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