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FN51 TVJ

2001 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,946 mi
Last recorded130,946 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 TVJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 130,946 miles
Fail 1 May 2025 130,708 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 126,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 125,389 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 123,817 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 123,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 122,656 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 119,883 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 115,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and0ff side rear (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2015 111,998 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 111,998 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 107,058 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 107,058 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 100,748 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 96,194 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 89,373 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Sep 2010 89,373 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 3 Sep 2009 85,769 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 85,769 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 81,945 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 76,750 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 71,628 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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FN51 TVJ is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FN51 TVJ, 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

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What year was FN51 TVJ registered?

FN51 TVJ is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is FN51 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 TVJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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