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S208 JFP

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,682 mi
Last recorded135,682 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS208 JFP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 135,682 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 125,110 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2012 122,195 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2012 122,179 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 116,106 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 111,619 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 98,769 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 86,814 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 81,293 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 5,381 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 76,346 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 Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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S208 JFP is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 S208 JFP, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S208 JFP registered?

S208 JFP is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 January 2004.

Is S208 JFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S208 JFP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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