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RJ53 GHN

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

144,019 mi
Last recorded144,019 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 GHN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2021 144,019 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 144,017 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 123,332 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 108,642 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 95,428 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 76,690 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 65,572 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW / SILL COVERS FITTED

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2014 55,868 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 45,684 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 44,580 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 42,748 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 40,718 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,015 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,785 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 23,205 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 19,988 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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RJ53 GHN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RJ53 GHN, 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 RJ53 GHN registered?

RJ53 GHN is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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