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FG12 XMS

2012 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,047 mi
Last recorded92,047 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS20073,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 XMS
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 92,047 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 86,365 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 79,038 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 79,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2022 71,560 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 55,420 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 46,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 36,933 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 34,178 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2017 30,172 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 25,333 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 19,542 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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FG12 XMS is a 2012 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 73,269 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 FG12 XMS, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG12 XMS registered?

FG12 XMS is a 2012 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is FG12 XMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 XMS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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