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SV53 NTK

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

61,987 mi
Last recorded61,987 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 NTK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 61,987 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 61,983 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2017 56,977 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 56,972 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 49,355 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 49,355 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 48,701 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,347 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 48,165 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 47,941 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 47,531 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 47,349 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 46,512 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 46,512 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 35,710 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 35,710 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2007 29,107 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 29,087 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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SV53 NTK 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 SV53 NTK, 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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What year was SV53 NTK registered?

SV53 NTK is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is SV53 NTK safe to buy?

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