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YP03 VSD

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,494 mi
Last recorded156,494 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP03 VSD
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 156,494 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 140,418 miles

Nearside Outer sill slight corrosion

Nearside Rear wheel damaged

Offside Outer sill has hole in but not in a prescribed area

Fail 1 Apr 2016 140,269 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer sill slight corrosion

Nearside Rear wheel damaged

Offside Outer sill has hole in but not in a prescribed area

Pass 30 Mar 2015 133,312 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 123,510 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 123,141 miles

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

offside front tyre bald inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2013 114,865 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2012 108,008 miles

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

both rear brake discs corroded

Fail 19 Jan 2012 108,008 miles

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

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

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2011 96,122 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 96,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 74,513 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 51,427 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 32,193 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 25,999 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 20,708 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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YP03 VSD is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black 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 YP03 VSD, 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 YP03 VSD registered?

YP03 VSD is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 April 2003.

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