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AE51 WVJ

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

83,628 mi
Last recorded83,628 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 WVJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 83,628 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 83,628 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 83,402 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 83,392 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 82,388 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 82,379 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 81,895 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 81,155 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 78,174 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 75,863 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 72,874 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 68,623 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 66,946 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 65,040 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,832 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 60,945 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 60,945 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 51,554 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 51,551 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 57,208 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 54,962 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 51,662 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,398 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 41,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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AE51 WVJ is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 92,136 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 AE51 WVJ, 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 25 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE51 WVJ?

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What year was AE51 WVJ registered?

AE51 WVJ is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AE51 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 WVJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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