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AM52 LMX

2003 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,164 mi
Last recorded70,164 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 LMX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 70,164 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 68,754 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 66,171 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 63,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 61,765 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 58,751 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 58,749 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 57,324 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 55,377 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 52,989 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 49,204 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 49,204 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 47,246 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 45,650 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 43,441 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 40,018 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 37,050 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 33,164 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 30,309 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 26,812 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 22,870 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 22,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 19,132 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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AM52 LMX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AM52 LMX, 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

How do I check the history of AM52 LMX?

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What year was AM52 LMX registered?

AM52 LMX is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 January 2003.

Is AM52 LMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 LMX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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