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WA53 VUB

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

136,456 mi
Last recorded136,456 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 VUB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 136,456 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 118,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 108,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 May 2017 101,097 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 May 2017 101,097 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2016 95,267 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lazy

Pass 21 May 2015 89,112 miles

N/s/f shock boot split slightly

Fail 21 May 2015 89,112 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

N/s/f shock boot split slightly

Pass 27 May 2014 82,093 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 77,439 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 70,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,834 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 66,432 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 56,964 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2009 48,657 miles

Engine oil leak

Front & rear brake pads appear low

Main beam lamps seem high

Offside & nearside rear tyres have cuts in outer side walls

Fail 1 Apr 2009 48,657 miles

Engine oil leak

Front & rear brake pads appear low

Main beam lamps seem high

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside & nearside rear tyres have cuts in outer side walls

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 36,712 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 27,475 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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WA53 VUB is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WA53 VUB, 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 WA53 VUB registered?

WA53 VUB is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is WA53 VUB safe to buy?

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