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T453 SBJ

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

116,850 mi
Last recorded116,850 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT453 SBJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 116,850 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2025 116,765 miles

Emission control equipment obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 111,126 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 111,126 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 111,066 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 98,053 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 97,700 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 96,680 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 96,667 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 96,663 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 95,280 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 92,228 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Marked with chalk (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Marked with chalk (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 87,077 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 87,073 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 85,213 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 81,117 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 72,518 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 63,379 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 58,701 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 55,931 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 53,662 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 53,660 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 50,282 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 50,282 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 46,194 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 41,999 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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T453 SBJ is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 T453 SBJ, 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 T453 SBJ registered?

T453 SBJ is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is T453 SBJ safe to buy?

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