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GU12 XLS

2012 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,592 mi
Last recorded66,592 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS20073,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 XLS
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 66,592 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 66,592 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 58,568 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 58,568 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front fog lamp bulb displaced

Offside Front fog lamp bulb disploaced

Pass 6 Mar 2024 49,970 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 45,621 miles

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front Fog light insecure

Pass 26 Mar 2022 43,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 42,569 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2021 42,566 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 41,768 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 11 Mar 2019 36,094 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 36,091 miles

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

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

Central Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 30,565 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 23,021 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2016 16,595 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 12,758 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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GU12 XLS is a 2012 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GU12 XLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU12 XLS registered?

GU12 XLS is a 2012 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is GU12 XLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 XLS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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