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MC53 BXX

2003 Lexus IS200 SE

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,946 mi
Last recorded43,946 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2007
Typical for 2003 Lexus IS200 SE54,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 BXX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2007 43,946 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Oct 2007 43,946 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 36,136 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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MC53 BXX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 54,743 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC53 BXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MC53 BXX registered?

MC53 BXX is a 2003 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is MC53 BXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC53 BXX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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