MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
199,525 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
NSF coil spring incorrectly mounted
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
NSF coil spring incorrectly mounted
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened NSF coil spring incorrectly mounted (5.3.1 (d) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
NSR brake pads loose in caliper but still considered secure
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))
Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Outer sill full of filler (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear tyres getting down
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
incorrect size battery fitted
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
incorrect size battery fitted
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
n/s/r tyre worn on edges
o/s/r tyre worn on edges
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
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)
both rear discs pitted
n/s/f tyre low on edges
Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
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)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
O/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
low handbrake reading N/S/R but passed brake roller test
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)
both front tyres worn on inner tread
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?
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FP51 VXW is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
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 FP51 VXW, 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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FP51 VXW is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 December 2001.
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