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YF52 WSX

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

150,588 mi
Last recorded150,588 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF52 WSX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2023 150,588 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel PARKING BRAKE (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT PIPE TO MIDDLE - BOLTS MISSING (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired FILLER AND POOR WELDED PLATE REPAIR LEAVING HOLES AND GAPS , WELDING NOT TO STANDARD OR SEAM WELDED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak BOTTOM RADIATOR HOSE ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected BACKING PLATE INSECURE AND FOULING ON LOCK (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

PARKING BRAKE - ALTHOUGH MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN MET THE READINGS INDICATE SERVICE AND OR REPAIR MAY BE REQUIRED

Pass 3 Sep 2022 142,087 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 138,482 miles

Coolant leak Water pump noisy ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside front headlamp hazy

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 133,145 miles

both front lower trailing arm bushes deteriorated

exhaust system corroded

various body damage

Fail 21 Aug 2020 133,145 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

both front lower trailing arm bushes deteriorated

exhaust system corroded

various body damage

various body damage

Pass 29 Jul 2019 128,259 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2019 127,720 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 123,566 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 118,711 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Offside front shock absorber leaking slightly

Rear brake pads look low

Fail 22 Jul 2017 118,711 miles

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

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Offside front shock absorber leaking slightly

Rear brake pads look low

Pass 11 Aug 2016 114,776 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 114,776 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating judder (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 107,313 miles

front exhaust heatshield rattle

Pass 5 Jul 2014 100,699 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 100,699 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 96,798 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 96,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

clutch worn

Fail 21 Jul 2012 88,752 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 88,752 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 80,812 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 67,557 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 67,557 miles

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 18 May 2009 56,332 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 50,055 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 50,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 43,930 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 35,739 miles

high travel on hand brake, but has reserve travel

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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YF52 WSX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF52 WSX, 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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YF52 WSX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 4 February 2003.

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