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VX53 FHH

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,993 mi
Last recorded141,993 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FHH
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 141,993 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 May 2015 132,477 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 122,874 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 117,227 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2013 117,227 miles

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

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 21 May 2012 112,287 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 106,273 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 99,100 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 91,396 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 83,821 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 76,311 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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VX53 FHH is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VX53 FHH, 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 VX53 FHH registered?

VX53 FHH is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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The MOT history for VX53 FHH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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