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T222 LEX

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,871 mi
Last recorded154,871 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT222 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2013 154,871 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

brake worning light on

damage on bodywork and alloys

front brake discs lipped

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges

oil on engine

Fail 12 Dec 2013 154,671 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

brake worning light on

damage on bodywork and alloys

front brake discs lipped

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges

oil on engine

Fail 30 Nov 2012 148,740 miles

Front Upper Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 148,740 miles

Front Upper Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 145,527 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 142,010 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 138,741 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 133,240 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 133,240 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 127,361 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 120,646 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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T222 LEX is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 T222 LEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T222 LEX registered?

T222 LEX is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T222 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T222 LEX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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