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NG03 DJZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,040 mi
Last recorded113,040 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG03 DJZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 113,040 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 May 2019 104,266 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 98,748 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 98,748 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 92,062 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 92,061 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2016 84,135 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2015 76,510 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 71,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 66,117 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 58,810 miles

light panel damage to nearside front wing-(no sharp prejections).

nearside and offside front tyre inner treads worn low-ADVISE IMMEDIATE RENEWAL/TRACKING CHECK.

nearside rear tyre tread starting to wear low.

Pass 25 May 2011 55,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 May 2010 51,861 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 44,216 miles

Slight play in top part of steering column

Pass 16 May 2008 36,197 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 27,708 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 18,519 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 18,519 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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NG03 DJZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NG03 DJZ, 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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NG03 DJZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 June 2003.

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