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SR53 SBU

2003 Lexus IS200

Gold Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,492 mi
Last recorded39,492 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR53 SBU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 39,492 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 37,698 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 33,511 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 29,745 miles

advise rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,125 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 26,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 22,485 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 17,766 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 14,052 miles

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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SR53 SBU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Gold with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SR53 SBU, 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 SR53 SBU registered?

SR53 SBU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is SR53 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SR53 SBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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