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RG53 EXJ

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

120,168 mi
Last recorded120,168 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 EXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 120,168 miles

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

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

rear subframe mountings corroded

Pass 7 May 2025 118,396 miles

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

n/s/r & o/s/r sills corroded

Fail 1 May 2025 118,390 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

n/s/r & o/s/r sills corroded

Pass 11 May 2024 116,392 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 114,391 miles

Offside Rear lamp has condensation

Pass 3 May 2022 112,089 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 110,357 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 106,922 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 101,131 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2018 94,485 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 87,926 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 82,175 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 May 2015 77,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 72,615 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 63,133 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 52,258 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 49,468 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 47,926 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 44,668 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 39,527 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 31,149 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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RG53 EXJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey 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 RG53 EXJ, 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 RG53 EXJ registered?

RG53 EXJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is RG53 EXJ safe to buy?

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