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PX53 WBT

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,747 mi
Last recorded64,747 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX53 WBT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 64,747 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 56,109 miles

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

front gerll

Fail 7 Aug 2014 56,099 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front gerll

Pass 7 May 2013 53,234 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 53,234 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 50,371 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 45,596 miles

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

both rear inner discs slight corrosion

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to underbody covers

Fail 13 Sep 2010 45,596 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear inner discs slight corrosion

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to underbody covers

Pass 17 Sep 2009 39,635 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Sep 2008 30,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Sep 2007 22,309 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 16,484 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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PX53 WBT is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PX53 WBT, 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 PX53 WBT registered?

PX53 WBT is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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