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WA52 BSU

2003 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,963 mi
Last recorded110,963 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA52 BSU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 110,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 110,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 104,279 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 90,930 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 27 Mar 2017 81,140 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Fail 22 Mar 2017 81,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low h/light damaged broken (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damage

Pass 1 Mar 2016 72,412 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 66,190 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 60,399 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 54,644 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 48,818 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 48,818 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 39,748 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 38,517 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 31,586 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 24,736 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 20,227 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 15,410 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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WA52 BSU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WA52 BSU, 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 WA52 BSU registered?

WA52 BSU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is WA52 BSU safe to buy?

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