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YF53 LCM

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,547 mi
Last recorded129,547 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 LCM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2020 129,547 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms corroded on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower arms corroded on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 125,507 miles

both outer sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 18 Nov 2017 122,540 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 119,174 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 115,006 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 110,406 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 104,023 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 104,023 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 96,407 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 81,175 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 69,787 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 20 Nov 2009 57,152 miles

rear pads appear to be worn low, further inspection required

Pass 15 Nov 2008 44,982 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 37,709 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 25,026 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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YF53 LCM is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YF53 LCM, 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 YF53 LCM registered?

YF53 LCM is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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