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YB53 UGA

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,937 mi
Last recorded90,937 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 UGA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 90,937 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind Rear Wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame bracing bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear height sensor bracket corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 88,186 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame O/S stabilizing bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 87,774 miles

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 87,092 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 86,256 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 84,956 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 82,086 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 76,785 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 76,785 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 70,876 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 65,603 miles

exhaust corroded in places

metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2014 60,258 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 55,380 miles

rear disc's corroded

Pass 31 May 2012 49,892 miles

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

front brake pads approx 2-3000 mls

rear brake disc's corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2011 45,620 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 42,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 38,464 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 34,928 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 34,928 miles

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 26 Jan 2007 31,707 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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YB53 UGA is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 YB53 UGA, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YB53 UGA registered?

YB53 UGA is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 January 2004.

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