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WG52 VFM

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

120,132 mi
Last recorded120,132 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG52 VFM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 120,132 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

suspension components covered in underseal

underbody undersealed

whole underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 16 Oct 2025 120,132 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

suspension components covered in underseal

underbody undersealed

whole underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 14 Sep 2023 118,632 miles

Offside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 115,070 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 107,718 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 98,878 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 85,452 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2018 71,720 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 71,633 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 71,623 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 71,125 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 70,465 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 69,500 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 68,416 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 67,726 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 61,117 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 55,649 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 49,824 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 44,675 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 39,674 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 32,546 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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WG52 VFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 WG52 VFM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WG52 VFM registered?

WG52 VFM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is WG52 VFM safe to buy?

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