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YJ03 ZOP

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

104,259 mi
Last recorded104,259 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 ZOP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 104,259 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 93,103 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2024 88,891 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 86,737 miles

Central Rear Corrosion on suspension /seals

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 84,393 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 82,305 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 80,331 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 76,489 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 71,038 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 64,068 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 57,837 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 51,014 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 41,716 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 36,639 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 36,628 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 32,570 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 29 Jul 2010 27,047 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 23,416 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,762 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 21 Jul 2007 16,379 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 16,379 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 17 Jul 2006 12,489 miles

offside front tyre worn at inside edge

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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YJ03 ZOP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YJ03 ZOP, 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 YJ03 ZOP registered?

YJ03 ZOP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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The MOT history for YJ03 ZOP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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