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EY51 NVU

2001 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

107,515 mi
Last recorded107,515 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY51 NVU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 107,515 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Aug 2024 104,323 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 100,565 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 97,657 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 97,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking bad (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 94,658 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 93,268 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 93,258 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 90,751 miles

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 6 Aug 2018 87,577 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 84,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 80,916 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 78,983 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 76,217 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 76,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 69,844 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 64,086 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 59,676 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 55,120 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 50,491 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 44,429 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 38,706 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 31,102 miles

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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EY51 NVU is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EY51 NVU, 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 EY51 NVU?

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What year was EY51 NVU registered?

EY51 NVU is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EY51 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY51 NVU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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