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MV12 WDZ

2012 Lexus IS200

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

81,913 mi
Last recorded81,913 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS20073,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 WDZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 81,913 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 81,911 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 72,220 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 61,766 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2023 58,235 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 57,177 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 54,844 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 52,950 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 49,299 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 44,842 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 40,227 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 35,189 miles

engine cover fitted

side cover fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2015 29,813 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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MV12 WDZ is a 2012 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MV12 WDZ, 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 MV12 WDZ registered?

MV12 WDZ is a 2012 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MV12 WDZ safe to buy?

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