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YV03 XWB

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XWB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2014

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2014
Pass 5 Jun 2013 80,252 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2012 74,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 May 2012 74,757 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,864 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 62,955 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 57,524 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 57,524 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 41,981 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 28,144 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 14,470 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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YV03 XWB is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YV03 XWB, 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 YV03 XWB registered?

YV03 XWB is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is YV03 XWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 XWB shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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