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S333 GDS

2003 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

155,278 mi
Last recorded155,278 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS333 GDS
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 155,278 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 147,175 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 141,121 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 141,121 miles

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 129,960 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion front and rear suspension components

Fail 3 Jul 2015 129,798 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

corrosion front and rear suspension components

Pass 28 Aug 2014 122,948 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 114,407 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 107,464 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 101,640 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 95,507 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 87,605 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 83,586 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 71,334 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 70,242 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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S333 GDS is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S333 GDS, 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 S333 GDS registered?

S333 GDS is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is S333 GDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S333 GDS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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