Lexus IS200 SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexus IS200 SE car check
Is the Lexus IS200 SE reliable? We analysed 3,133 real MOT tests across 576 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus IS200 SE is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus IS200 SE.
Lexus IS200 SE Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus IS200 SE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus IS200 SE MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus IS200 SE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus IS200 SE Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus IS200 SE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus IS200 SE Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus IS200 SE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus IS200 SE MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus IS200 SE year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 124 | 79.8% | 44,792 | 68,750 | 93,224 |
| 2004 | 171 | 75.4% | 35,067 | 57,718 | 84,101 |
| 2003 | 197 | 73.6% | 38,125 | 54,743 | 83,883 |
| 2002 | 454 | 75.6% | 55,951 | 79,153 | 108,858 |
| 2001 | 552 | 74.8% | 61,894 | 84,128 | 108,500 |
| 2000 | 600 | 75.5% | 70,752 | 94,549 | 120,895 |
| 1999 | 607 | 73.8% | 82,524 | 104,248 | 133,375 |
How Long Does a Lexus IS200 SE Last?
Based on 576 Lexus IS200 SE vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus IS200 SE Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus IS200 SE MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus IS200 SE
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.8% MOT pass rate from 124 tests
73.6% MOT pass rate from 197 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus IS200 SE is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.8% across 124 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus IS200 SE Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus IS200 SE THIS CAR | 74.8% | 3,133 | 90,856 mi | 27 yrs |
| Lexus IS200 | 75.4% | 546,826 | 87,139 mi | 27 yrs |
| Lexus Ct | 86.8% | 304,916 | 55,351 mi | 15 yrs |
| Lexus RX300 | 79% | 229,652 | 83,424 mi | 26 yrs |
| Ktm 400 Exc | 81.6% | 5,491 | 3,758 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus IS200 SE trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Lexus IS200 SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% across 3,133 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Lexus IS200 SE are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (224 recorded failures), suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (82), and position lamp(s) not working (76). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Lexus IS200 SE owner drives around 6,605 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Lexus IS200 SE models stay on UK roads for around 27 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.