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SJ03 NBX

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

109,724 mi
Last recorded109,724 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 NBX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 109,724 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2017 109,724 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 100,514 miles

oil leak

Fail 8 Mar 2016 100,379 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2015 94,891 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 84,006 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 68,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 65,752 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 60,727 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 57,251 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 55,665 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 55,665 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 50,257 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,141 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 39,777 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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SJ03 NBX 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 80%.

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 SJ03 NBX, 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 SJ03 NBX registered?

SJ03 NBX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is SJ03 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 NBX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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