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YX03 UCU

2003 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,724 mi
Last recorded128,724 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 UCU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 128,724 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 128,698 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2021 124,634 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 124,437 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 111,141 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 108,562 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 103,872 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

unable to view rear pads

Fail 19 Apr 2017 103,849 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

unable to view rear pads

Pass 31 May 2016 99,090 miles

engine light on

Fail 31 May 2016 99,083 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (3.5.1g)

engine light on

Pass 10 Apr 2015 86,865 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 75,077 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 60,327 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 49,258 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,795 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 37,970 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 34,143 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 30,178 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,445 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 18,691 miles

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

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

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 UCU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Red 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 YX03 UCU, 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 UCU registered?

YX03 UCU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is YX03 UCU safe to buy?

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