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YS53 TGN

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,370 mi
Last recorded97,370 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS53 TGN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 97,370 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 97,333 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills /floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 93,384 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc's inner faces are corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion around all Four mounting brackets including mounting brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under body plastic cover insecure

Fail 24 Jan 2023 93,384 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Unable to here motor (3.5 (a))

Headlamp aim too low Both front (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding Unable to fully check wheel bearing on this side (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc's inner faces are corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion around all Four mounting brackets including mounting brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under body plastic cover insecure

Pass 15 Jan 2022 89,019 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 85,720 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides inner sills / floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 83,714 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 79,841 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jan 2019 79,773 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 74,328 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 19 Jan 2017 70,342 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 62,787 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 62,787 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 58,494 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 52,287 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 49,860 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 46,158 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 41,640 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2007 37,769 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 30,808 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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YS53 TGN is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YS53 TGN, 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 YS53 TGN registered?

YS53 TGN is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is YS53 TGN safe to buy?

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