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AJ03 YYF

2003 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,179 mi
Last recorded89,179 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 YYF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 89,179 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion to rear inner and outer sills

half of speedo not illuminating

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

nearside rear seatbelt not checked due to child seat fitted

rear brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 24 Jul 2012 83,228 miles

half of speedo not illuminating

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 23 Jul 2012 83,228 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

half of speedo not illuminating

o/s/f tyre split severely on outer sidewall

Pass 22 Jul 2011 78,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 70,290 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 63,031 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 54,522 miles

advise front brake pads

Fail 22 Jul 2008 54,522 miles

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

advise front brake pads

Pass 23 Jul 2007 45,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 35,666 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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AJ03 YYF is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AJ03 YYF, 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 AJ03 YYF registered?

AJ03 YYF is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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