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YV03 YSW

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,859 mi
Last recorded153,859 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 YSW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 153,859 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 146,816 miles

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

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 24 Jun 2015 140,401 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 135,095 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 130,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 124,210 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 124,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2011 119,206 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 112,403 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 May 2009 98,264 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 May 2008 94,064 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 81,653 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 81,653 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 26,133 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 YSW is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YV03 YSW, 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 YSW registered?

YV03 YSW is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is YV03 YSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 YSW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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