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RF53 ZVV

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

95,601 mi
Last recorded95,601 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 95,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 82,984 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 78,557 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 75,344 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 71,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,070 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 68,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively brake pads OK at present (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 64,408 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 60,608 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 58,204 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 55,477 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 51,706 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 49,013 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 47,663 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 46,279 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 44,584 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 41,725 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,489 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 37,799 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 36,270 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 34,330 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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RF53 ZVV is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 ZVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF53 ZVV registered?

RF53 ZVV is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is RF53 ZVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 ZVV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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