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BU52 YPD

2003 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,340 mi
Last recorded62,340 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS20075,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 YPD
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2017 62,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 58,622 miles

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

Sill covers fitted.

Pass 11 Apr 2015 54,419 miles

Front tyres different tread pattern.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2014 51,134 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 51,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 46,959 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 42,074 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 42,999 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 39,233 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 36,846 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 36,846 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 33,792 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 30,776 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 26,937 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 26,891 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Feb 2006 22,326 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2006 22,326 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BU52 YPD is a 2003 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BU52 YPD, 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 BU52 YPD registered?

BU52 YPD is a 2003 Lexus IS200, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is BU52 YPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 YPD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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