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LB51 SZV

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

179,947 mi
Last recorded179,947 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 SZV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 179,947 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f inner rear wishbone bushes deteriorating

n/s/r tyre outer sidewall has damage

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner shoulder

rear brake discs in poor condition on inner faces

Pass 22 Aug 2015 173,195 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 159,252 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 147,345 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 126,127 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 115,732 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 108,888 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 101,519 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Nov 2008 101,519 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 94,082 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 81,799 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 68,850 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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LB51 SZV is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LB51 SZV, 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 LB51 SZV registered?

LB51 SZV is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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