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SH03 TXU

2003 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

134,714 mi
Last recorded134,714 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 TXU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 134,714 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 127,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 123,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

chassis has slight corrosion

various suspension components corroded

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres wearing at inside edge and down to 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Apr 2016 123,578 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

chassis has slight corrosion

various suspension components corroded

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres wearing at inside edge and down to 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 115,783 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

various suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2014 110,392 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

chassis starting to corrode

various suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2013 104,081 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 96,985 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 70,450 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 52,380 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,408 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 42,270 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 24,364 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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SH03 TXU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SH03 TXU, 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 SH03 TXU registered?

SH03 TXU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is SH03 TXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 TXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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