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YF03 CSX

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,030 mi
Last recorded113,030 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 CSX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 113,030 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 96,231 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2017 96,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 92,128 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 83,181 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 73,462 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 66,730 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 66,726 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 61,009 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 54,519 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded inner braking area

Fail 15 Sep 2010 54,516 miles

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f wiper slightly split

rear brake discs slightly corroded inner braking area

Pass 30 Sep 2009 49,420 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 45,988 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 33,887 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 19,932 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 5,666 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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YF03 CSX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YF03 CSX, 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 YF03 CSX registered?

YF03 CSX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YF03 CSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF03 CSX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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