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LC51 BTF

2001 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,637 mi
Last recorded133,637 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 BTF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 133,637 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 131,416 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 131,416 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area corroded/holed (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 125,350 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 117,208 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 108,064 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 100,690 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 92,871 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 92,871 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 85,905 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 85,905 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 78,718 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 71,348 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 64,414 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 May 2007 57,068 miles

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 3 May 2006 49,404 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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LC51 BTF is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LC51 BTF, 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 LC51 BTF registered?

LC51 BTF is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LC51 BTF safe to buy?

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