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DG51 ULY

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

99,161 mi
Last recorded99,161 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 ULY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 99,161 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 96,921 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 94,829 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 92,998 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fuel tank support strap corroded but secure

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fuel tank supports strap corroded and has a small hole but is secure

Pass 15 Jul 2022 90,160 miles

N/S/R & O/S/R sills corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2021 87,577 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r sills slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2020 84,414 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 82,786 miles

both rear sills slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2018 79,397 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 75,600 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 71,504 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 67,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2015 67,439 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2014 62,752 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 59,649 miles

nearside rear and offside rear tyres slight distosion in tread

Pass 23 Jul 2012 56,737 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 54,032 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 50,424 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 50,424 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 46,861 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 42,865 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 37,234 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 34,565 miles

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

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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DG51 ULY is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DG51 ULY, 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.

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What year was DG51 ULY registered?

DG51 ULY is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is DG51 ULY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG51 ULY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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