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SF53 OXA

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,526 mi
Last recorded53,526 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 OXA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 53,526 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 48,497 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2017 48,497 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 43,594 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 40,557 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 37,030 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,712 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,117 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 2 Oct 2012 30,116 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,735 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 24,062 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 21,426 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 19,472 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 19,472 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 16,163 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front & rear tyres inner edges worn

o/s rear disc corroded advise replacement

Pass 22 Sep 2006 10,255 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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SF53 OXA is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SF53 OXA, 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 SF53 OXA registered?

SF53 OXA is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is SF53 OXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 OXA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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