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FN51 TVZ

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

130,495 mi
Last recorded130,495 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 TVZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2014 130,495 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 122,685 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Oct 2012 114,874 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

wiper blades worn

Pass 27 Oct 2011 106,254 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 98,196 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing close to legal limit on inner edge.

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 89,386 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 81,776 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 73,413 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 64,602 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 64,602 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 54,722 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 TVZ is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FN51 TVZ, 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 FN51 TVZ registered?

FN51 TVZ is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is FN51 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN51 TVZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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