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SD53 MXB

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

96,245 mi
Last recorded96,245 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 MXB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 96,245 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 94,089 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 78,803 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 73,924 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 69,536 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 62,661 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front and rear discs slightly pitted

nearside rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2010 62,625 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 62,625 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 52,163 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 40,852 miles

Offside front tyre worn on edges of tread

Pass 16 Oct 2006 32,957 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 MXB is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SD53 MXB, 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 SD53 MXB registered?

SD53 MXB is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 14 October 2003.

Is SD53 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 MXB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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