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T248 TMV

1999 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,529 mi
Last recorded92,529 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT248 TMV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2014 92,529 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nsf tyre has deep clump missing on outer wall (215/45w17)

rear tyres just starting to get low (3mm)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 92,529 miles

nsf tyre has deep clump missing on outer wall (215/45w17)

rear tyres just starting to get low (3mm)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 88,322 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 82,717 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 78,549 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 72,832 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 65,206 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 59,254 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 51,767 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2007 51,767 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 46,175 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 41,604 miles

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

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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T248 TMV is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T248 TMV, 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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What year was T248 TMV registered?

T248 TMV is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is T248 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T248 TMV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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