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SM53 SAJ

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

84,270 mi
Last recorded84,270 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 SAJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 84,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 83,755 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 82,844 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 81,445 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 80,630 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 78,880 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 75,340 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 72,121 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 70,009 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 67,070 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 64,142 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 60,271 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 56,780 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 51,836 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 50,075 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 50,075 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 46,453 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 42,072 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 35,243 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 26,664 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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SM53 SAJ is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 SM53 SAJ, 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 22 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 SM53 SAJ registered?

SM53 SAJ is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is SM53 SAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 SAJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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