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NM53 YSB

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,352 mi
Last recorded146,352 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM53 YSB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 146,352 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 109,732 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 89,967 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Sep 2017 89,967 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 82,310 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 59,671 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 59,671 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 44,940 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 41,669 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 38,132 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 35,383 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 31,667 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 25,858 miles

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)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 22,455 miles

front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 28 Aug 2007 18,087 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 13,309 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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NM53 YSB is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NM53 YSB, 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 NM53 YSB registered?

NM53 YSB is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NM53 YSB safe to buy?

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