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SG12 YXE

2012 Lexus IS200

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,585 mi
Last recorded142,585 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS20073,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 YXE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 142,585 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion

Pass 27 Sep 2024 131,638 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2024 131,636 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 113,892 miles

front and rear suspension corroded

general corrosion to chassis

Pass 28 Sep 2022 100,475 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 89,379 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 29 Sep 2020 78,511 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking through out tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 69,416 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 63,374 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 57,406 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on edges 225/45/17

Pass 24 Oct 2016 49,713 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 46,836 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 40,828 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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SG12 YXE 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 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 SG12 YXE, 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 SG12 YXE registered?

SG12 YXE is a 2012 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SG12 YXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 YXE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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