MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
157,891 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak ()
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
smell of fuel but no visible leaks
various suspension bushes slightly perished
various suspension components corroded
Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak ()
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
exhaust heatshield insecure
smell of fuel but no visible leaks
various suspension bushes slightly perished
various suspension components corroded
Exhaust heat shield rattling
Sump pan corroded
Exhaust heat shield rattling
Sump pan corroded
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
fuel filler pipes slightly corroded
o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
o/s/r brake disc cover corroded
slight oil leak at sump
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?
Based on 546,826 MOT tests across 35,416 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SM52 HHO is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 SM52 HHO, 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 SM52 HHO registered?
SM52 HHO is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 January 2003.
Is SM52 HHO safe to buy?
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