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NJ05 SUM

2011 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,758 mi
Last recorded157,758 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Lexus IS20079,421 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 SUM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 157,758 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 139,144 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 119,632 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 107,155 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 98,714 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 90,886 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2020 90,417 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 80,226 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Aug 2019 79,688 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2018 63,903 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 45,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Aug 2016 26,600 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 20,060 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 13,963 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NJ05 SUM is a 2011 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 79,421 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 NJ05 SUM, 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 15 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NJ05 SUM registered?

NJ05 SUM is a 2011 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 September 2011.

Is NJ05 SUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ05 SUM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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