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SM03 XUX

2003 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,412 mi
Last recorded58,412 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 XUX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2011 58,412 miles

o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2010 53,156 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 46,870 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 46,755 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

child seat also covering centre seat belt. unable to check

Pass 26 Sep 2008 36,563 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 27,767 miles

both front wiper blades torn slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2006 17,871 miles

all 4 tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Feb 2006 14,541 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 XUX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XUX, 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 SM03 XUX registered?

SM03 XUX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 3 June 2003.

Is SM03 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM03 XUX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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