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SO53 FRC

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

105,285 mi
Last recorded105,285 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 FRC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 105,285 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2018 105,285 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 97,692 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 5 Jan 2017 97,687 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 91,233 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 91,233 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 80,873 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2014 80,872 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 70,080 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 70,080 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2013 61,249 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 61,043 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 50,519 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 39,801 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 29,254 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 29,254 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 22,841 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 22,840 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2008 19,580 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 19,580 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 15,344 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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SO53 FRC is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 SO53 FRC, 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.

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What year was SO53 FRC registered?

SO53 FRC is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 January 2004.

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