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SV03 XNM

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

201,494 mi
Last recorded201,494 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 XNM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 201,494 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 190,269 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 188,156 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 182,062 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 167,453 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2013 167,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2012 147,615 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 147,615 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 127,897 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 127,897 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 108,835 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside front tyre bald on very inner edge.

Offside rear tyre bald on very inner edge.

Pass 26 Jun 2009 89,861 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 89,861 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 68,133 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 68,133 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear brakes squeaking

Pass 6 Jul 2007 47,269 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 47,269 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 25,784 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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SV03 XNM 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 66.7%.

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 SV03 XNM, 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 SV03 XNM registered?

SV03 XNM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is SV03 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV03 XNM shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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