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SH03 TXZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

149,523 mi
Last recorded149,523 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH03 TXZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 149,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 139,403 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 132,963 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 125,018 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 118,427 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 107,992 miles

H I D lights fitted

nearside rear tyre tread cut

Pass 24 Jul 2013 103,625 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 103,622 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 98,387 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 89,021 miles

rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 5 Aug 2010 76,490 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 66,971 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 57,920 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 44,798 miles

approx. 3-4k remaining on rear pads

Pass 30 May 2006 31,958 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)

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 TXZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 TXZ, 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 SH03 TXZ registered?

SH03 TXZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is SH03 TXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH03 TXZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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