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YX03 UCP

2003 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

102,310 mi
Last recorded102,310 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 UCP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 102,310 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 102,266 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 101,338 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 100,288 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 97,013 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 90,892 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 86,502 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 86,502 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jan 2016 81,770 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jan 2016 81,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 77,211 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 31 Dec 2014 77,211 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 73,958 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 66,917 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside front tyre slightly low on inner tread

Pass 16 Dec 2011 60,893 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 56,463 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 50,214 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 43,272 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 39,808 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 33,131 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 31,350 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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YX03 UCP is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YX03 UCP, 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 YX03 UCP registered?

YX03 UCP is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is YX03 UCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 UCP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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