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RJ53 TGF

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,786 mi
Last recorded117,786 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 TGF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 117,786 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 117,786 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 107,473 miles

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

outer sill corroded slightly

Pass 7 Jun 2024 101,029 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 91,531 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slightly distorted on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber is splitting slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroding/pitting on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slightly distorted on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroding/pitting on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower, outer sill corroding towards rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2023 91,531 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slightly distorted on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber is splitting slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroding/pitting on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted slightly distorted on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroding/pitting on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower, outer sill corroding towards rear wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 80,311 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 72,861 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 66,249 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2020 66,249 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 61,117 miles

engine and undercovers fitted to vehicle

Pass 4 Jun 2018 56,409 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 52,180 miles

Central Front Lower Under guards fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 45,938 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 36,854 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 35,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 32,409 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 27,829 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 24,934 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 21,610 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,110 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 15,439 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 12,898 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 10,115 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 TGF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TGF, 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 TGF registered?

RJ53 TGF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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