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RG03 BFX

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

155,609 mi
Last recorded155,609 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG03 BFX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 155,609 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2024 155,601 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 147,410 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on edges close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 132,978 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 117,269 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 108,183 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 100,522 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 89,527 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Jan 2017 81,062 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 81,062 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 67,132 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 67,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 63,069 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 61,878 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 58,201 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 54,536 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 50,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

outter sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2011 50,690 miles

outter sidewall damage to nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,427 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 31,363 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 26,012 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 21,442 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 16,421 miles

n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

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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RG03 BFX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RG03 BFX, 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 RG03 BFX registered?

RG03 BFX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 July 2003.

Is RG03 BFX safe to buy?

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