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SD53 BVO

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

120,464 mi
Last recorded120,464 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 BVO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2018 120,464 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 120,464 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 100,021 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 100,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 2 Feb 2017 100,018 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 98,363 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 98,363 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Fail 29 Jan 2015 93,217 miles

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

Offside Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 93,217 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2014 84,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 84,521 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 72,891 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)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 61,092 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 61,092 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 55,442 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 49,509 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 43,260 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 38,462 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 31,891 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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SD53 BVO is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD53 BVO, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SD53 BVO registered?

SD53 BVO is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 January 2004.

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