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VA52 OGM

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,838 mi
Last recorded48,838 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 OGM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 11 May 2019 48,838 miles

All shock absorbers have a light mist of oil on the shock bodies

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 46,418 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2017 43,885 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 41,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2015 38,309 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2014 34,504 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 32,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 31,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2011 29,818 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 29,168 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 25,678 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 24,052 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 22,673 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 19,966 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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VA52 OGM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA52 OGM, 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 VA52 OGM registered?

VA52 OGM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is VA52 OGM safe to buy?

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