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NV53 ZPU

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,656 mi
Last recorded176,656 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV53 ZPU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 176,656 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 176,656 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 160,906 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 145,378 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 145,378 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 126,968 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 126,968 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 110,490 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 110,490 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 93,233 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 74,103 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 74,103 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 55,135 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 38,361 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 38,361 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 33,918 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 29,189 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 23,188 miles

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)

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

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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NV53 ZPU is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NV53 ZPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NV53 ZPU registered?

NV53 ZPU is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is NV53 ZPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV53 ZPU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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