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SM03 XUL

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

141,734 mi
Last recorded141,734 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 141,734 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 141,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 125,445 miles

Fuel pips corroded

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 125,444 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel pips corroded

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 100,500 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 100,466 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 100,378 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 96,670 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 96,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 88,464 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 81,457 miles

off side and near side front tyre walls have dam age

Pass 4 Mar 2009 73,198 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 73,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Mar 2008 63,385 miles

rear brake pads look low with wheels on

Pass 15 Feb 2007 57,510 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 49,438 miles

nearside rear wheel dented

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 XUL is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SM03 XUL, 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 XUL registered?

SM03 XUL is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 June 2003.

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