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AU53 FRC

2003 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

166,884 mi
Last recorded166,884 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 FRC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 166,884 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 156,518 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 156,518 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 149,260 miles

slight drag on nearside front brake

Pass 9 Oct 2015 141,254 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 127,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

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

unable to see rear pads

Pass 11 Oct 2013 116,269 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Oct 2012 107,781 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 98,555 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front shock absorber dust cover split

rear brake pads look low

Pass 9 Oct 2010 87,930 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 79,277 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 67,512 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 53,859 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2006 39,853 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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AU53 FRC is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AU53 FRC, 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 AU53 FRC registered?

AU53 FRC is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is AU53 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 FRC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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