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NJ03 KCU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

153,796 mi
Last recorded153,796 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ03 KCU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 153,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2018 148,723 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 142,562 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 135,904 miles

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

Offside 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)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 129,459 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 129,459 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 125,180 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 117,026 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 117,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 108,957 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 89,149 miles

all round brake lineings to be checked.

corrotion on exhaurst.

Pass 15 Mar 2007 57,406 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 34,355 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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NJ03 KCU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 NJ03 KCU, 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 NJ03 KCU registered?

NJ03 KCU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is NJ03 KCU safe to buy?

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