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LM61 UWL

2012 Lexus IS200

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

146,839 mi
Last recorded146,839 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS20073,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 UWL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 146,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 139,597 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 134,831 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 126,465 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 12 Nov 2021 122,481 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on the ends ON THE LIMIT (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wearing on the inner edge

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil ON THE LIMIT (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split on the ends on the limit (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front wearing on the outer edge

Pass 10 Nov 2020 109,065 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2019 89,133 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 77,999 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 77,986 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 66,124 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 66,111 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 53,652 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 41,327 miles

Both rear tyres are deuturating.

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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LM61 UWL is a 2012 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 LM61 UWL, 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.

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What year was LM61 UWL registered?

LM61 UWL is a 2012 Lexus IS200, first registered on 14 January 2012.

Is LM61 UWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM61 UWL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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