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SM03 XUV

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,241 mi
Last recorded67,241 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 XUV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2010 67,241 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 51,448 miles

advisory both rear roadwheel inner rims slightly damaged

Pass 25 Apr 2007 41,758 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 40,975 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 40,898 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

n/s/r tyre 2.5mm

suspect front tracking out

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 XUV is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 SM03 XUV, 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

How do I check the history of SM03 XUV?

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What year was SM03 XUV registered?

SM03 XUV is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SM03 XUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 XUV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM03 XUV have outstanding finance?

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