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YR53 DHJ

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,511 mi
Last recorded140,511 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR53 DHJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2017 140,511 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 133,800 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 127,936 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 117,549 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2012 112,269 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 106,053 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 98,951 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 80,716 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 68,744 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 58,276 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 DHJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DHJ, 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 DHJ registered?

YR53 DHJ is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is YR53 DHJ safe to buy?

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