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SM03 MFZ

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,467 mi
Last recorded32,467 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 MFZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2016 32,467 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)

advise both rear tyres cracking between treads

Pass 15 Apr 2015 76,866 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Apr 2014 70,334 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 63,875 miles

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2012 58,182 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 53,376 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 49,006 miles

all tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 23 Apr 2009 43,578 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 37,064 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 29,849 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 22,604 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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SM03 MFZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM03 MFZ, 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 SM03 MFZ registered?

SM03 MFZ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 May 2003.

Is SM03 MFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 MFZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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