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SM52 HHO

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

157,891 mi
Last recorded157,891 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 HHO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 157,891 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 157,838 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 152,728 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2017 152,728 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 141,311 miles

Exhaust heat shield rattling

Sump pan corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2016 141,311 miles

Exhaust heat shield rattling

Sump pan corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 129,759 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 121,157 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 121,157 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 112,554 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 104,303 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 91,977 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 80,135 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 69,152 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 55,379 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 40,306 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 40,147 miles

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)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 28,305 miles

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.

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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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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SM52 HHO is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 January 2003.

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