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RV53 NLN

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,238 mi
Last recorded145,238 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 NLN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2020 145,238 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 141,987 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 135,723 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 129,609 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 129,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 123,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 118,453 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 118,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 107,072 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 100,705 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 100,705 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 94,883 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 87,991 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 78,423 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 62,440 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 48,979 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 34,832 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 NLN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NLN, 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 RV53 NLN registered?

RV53 NLN is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 NLN safe to buy?

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