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RV53 NFU

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,310 mi
Last recorded96,310 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 NFU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 96,310 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 93,561 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 91,485 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 91,325 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle rusty underneath

Fail 27 Jan 2022 91,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

vehicle rusty underneath

Pass 27 Jan 2021 90,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 88,750 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 87,625 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 86,362 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 84,976 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 84,976 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 83,553 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 81,356 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 78,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 73,606 miles

o/s front tyre close to legal limit on inner side

Pass 19 Apr 2011 66,569 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 62,292 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 52,373 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 44,420 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 33,794 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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RV53 NFU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV53 NFU, 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

How do I check the history of RV53 NFU?

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What year was RV53 NFU registered?

RV53 NFU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is RV53 NFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 NFU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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