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S22 JJA

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,755 mi
Last recorded147,755 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS22 JJA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 147,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 142,422 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2024 142,414 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect letter size (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 136,403 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 124,175 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 123,678 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 116,236 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 107,266 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 96,776 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 87,396 miles

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

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)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 77,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 77,567 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 70,011 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 60,670 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 51,075 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 43,537 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,161 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 26,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 26,623 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,161 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 10,626 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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S22 JJA is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S22 JJA, 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 S22 JJA registered?

S22 JJA is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is S22 JJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S22 JJA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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