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T280 SKH

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,462 mi
Last recorded127,462 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT280 SKH
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2014 127,462 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2014 127,462 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

MIL light on dash Brake warning light on dash

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2013 119,807 miles

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

offside front tyre has a small cut on the outer side wall

Fail 3 Apr 2013 119,807 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

offside front tyre has a small cut on the outer side wall

Pass 2 Apr 2012 110,320 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake discs corroded on inside edge

Pass 29 Mar 2011 104,246 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 97,816 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 90,066 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 84,390 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 76,685 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 69,895 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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T280 SKH is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T280 SKH, 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 T280 SKH registered?

T280 SKH is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 May 1999.

Is T280 SKH safe to buy?

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