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OW03 ETU

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,346 mi
Last recorded155,346 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW03 ETU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 155,346 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2018 162,892 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 154,580 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 145,221 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 145,221 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2015 135,475 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2015 135,475 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 121,744 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 111,602 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 100,835 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 90,511 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2010 80,621 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2009 69,700 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 61,100 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 44,124 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 35,129 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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OW03 ETU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black 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 OW03 ETU, 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 OW03 ETU registered?

OW03 ETU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is OW03 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW03 ETU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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