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N20 DNT

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

150,898 mi
Last recorded150,898 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN20 DNT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 150,898 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 138,042 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 134,125 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 123,737 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 120,430 miles

General under body corrosion.

Washers weak but still supply sufficient fluid.

Pass 22 Oct 2015 117,975 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 116,373 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2012 116,346 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Nov 2011 110,303 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advisory.offside front tyre worn low on inner shoulder.advise attention/renewal.

Fail 1 Nov 2011 110,302 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

advisory.offside front tyre worn low on inner shoulder.advise attention/renewal.

Pass 11 Oct 2010 99,139 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 99,132 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front wheel and tyre slightly damaged.

nearside rear wheel and tyre slightly damaged.

steering rack slightly damp.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 90,344 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 80,785 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 80,505 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 72,215 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 63,260 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 57,307 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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N20 DNT is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 103,982 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 N20 DNT, 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 27 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N20 DNT is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 October 1999.

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