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RF53 PMX

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,611 mi
Last recorded95,611 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 PMX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 95,611 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Mar 2017 91,233 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2016 80,246 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 65,206 miles

all tyres close to limit

Pass 3 Dec 2013 52,575 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 51,930 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 51,930 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 50,845 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 48,840 miles

cut in n/s/f tyre wall

o/s/f tyre slight cracking to side wall

Pass 13 Oct 2009 46,630 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 44,697 miles

Spare tyre - Bulge on side wall.

Pass 30 Oct 2007 42,772 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 42,255 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 30,794 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 30,376 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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RF53 PMX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RF53 PMX, 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 RF53 PMX registered?

RF53 PMX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is RF53 PMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 PMX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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