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RA52 EYP

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

132,013 mi
Last recorded132,013 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA52 EYP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2020 132,013 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drop sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 129,599 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 129,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2018 126,505 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s+n/s (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 122,651 miles

EML Light on.

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2016 118,839 miles

Engine under tray fitted.

Pass 3 Sep 2015 115,606 miles

Engine cover + Under tray fitted.

Fail 4 Sep 2014 112,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2014 112,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 109,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 106,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 104,406 miles

O/S/F Tyre wearing on edges.

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 100,727 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 96,960 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 82,307 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 68,444 miles

Both front tyres have uneven tread wear on inner edges. Advise front wheel alignment check.

Pass 10 Jan 2007 55,061 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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RA52 EYP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RA52 EYP, 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 RA52 EYP registered?

RA52 EYP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is RA52 EYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA52 EYP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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