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OY53 WHP

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,380 mi
Last recorded113,380 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 WHP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 113,380 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2026 113,380 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 111,126 miles

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 108,102 miles

Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides sill and chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 106,748 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 105,092 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2021 102,069 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 98,179 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 94,180 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush that is pressed into the hub with the eccentric bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 90,369 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 87,278 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2016 87,278 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking hose (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nail in nearside rear tyre

nail in offside rear tyre

undertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2015 82,573 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 76,147 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 69,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jul 2012 60,875 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 53,404 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 49,291 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 41,302 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 35,628 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 29,222 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 21,607 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)

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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OY53 WHP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OY53 WHP, 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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OY53 WHP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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