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SL03 BXF

2003 Lexus IS200

Yellow Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,511 mi
Last recorded141,511 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 BXF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 141,511 miles

all wheels and tyres proud of arches

both rear tyres have been rubbing on arches

both rear tyres right size for rim?

Fail 5 Dec 2015 141,317 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing lower bush (2.4.G.2)

all wheels and tyres proud of arches

both rear tyres have been rubbing on arches

both rear tyres right size for rim?

Pass 15 Nov 2014 125,781 miles

Nearside Front 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 12 Dec 2013 120,111 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 120,028 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 112,468 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 95,112 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 79,371 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 79,371 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 70,150 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 59,949 miles

advisory slight damage to n/s/r roadwheel inner rim

Pass 6 Sep 2007 50,124 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 50,124 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 43,938 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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SL03 BXF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Yellow with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SL03 BXF, 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 SL03 BXF registered?

SL03 BXF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is SL03 BXF safe to buy?

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