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GV51 OZG

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

136,760 mi
Last recorded136,760 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 OZG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 136,760 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 129,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 123,879 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 116,734 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 110,692 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 106,925 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 102,868 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 99,821 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 99,099 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 97,638 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 95,249 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 92,368 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 89,745 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 85,474 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 78,616 miles

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

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

advise front and rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edges.

advise rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 74,483 miles

advise all tyres wearing on inner edges.

advise both rear tyres nearing legal limit.

Pass 9 Jun 2009 68,625 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 68,625 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 64,648 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 59,206 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 50,084 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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GV51 OZG is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GV51 OZG, 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 GV51 OZG registered?

GV51 OZG is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is GV51 OZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 OZG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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