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DG59 CVL

2009 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

123,188 mi
Last recorded123,188 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS20081,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 CVL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 123,188 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 123,188 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt installation causes a lap belt to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 108,985 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 108,985 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 94,465 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 84,643 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 84,641 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

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

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 15 Oct 2014 72,983 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2014 72,857 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 52,195 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 30,854 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 30,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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DG59 CVL is a 2009 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 81,212 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 DG59 CVL, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DG59 CVL?

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What year was DG59 CVL registered?

DG59 CVL is a 2009 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is DG59 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 CVL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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