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YR53 DHG

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,564 mi
Last recorded64,564 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 DHG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 64,564 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 63,253 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2022 61,027 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 58,337 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 55,282 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 53,561 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 50,029 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2014 47,320 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 43,205 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 39,734 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 36,835 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 33,691 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 30,340 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 30,340 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 27,737 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 24,555 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 21,106 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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YR53 DHG is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YR53 DHG, 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 YR53 DHG registered?

YR53 DHG is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is YR53 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR53 DHG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR53 DHG have outstanding finance?

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