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AP03 HTU

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,707 mi
Last recorded111,707 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 HTU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 111,707 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2019 111,564 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn worped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 103,690 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 103,475 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Sep 2017 96,438 miles

Rear Inner sills surface corrosion

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Sep 2017 96,399 miles

Offside Front Outer Ball joint has excessive play lower (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Inner sills surface corrosion

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2016 91,478 miles

Gear knob loose

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

Offside front tyre bold on inner edge

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside rear on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 91,478 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Offside rear 215/50r17 91 w (4.1.D.1b)

Gear knob loose

Offside front tyre bold on inner edge

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside rear on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 82,883 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 71,105 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2013 65,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 65,114 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 55,635 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 55,635 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,778 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 41,117 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,117 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 36,065 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 36,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2008 28,364 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 25,512 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,393 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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AP03 HTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AP03 HTU, 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 AP03 HTU registered?

AP03 HTU is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 July 2003.

Is AP03 HTU safe to buy?

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