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T543 SEF

1999 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

120,196 mi
Last recorded120,196 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT543 SEF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 120,196 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides rear arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Centre sill damaged (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Sill damaged (5.2.6)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 120,196 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides rear arm bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Centre sill damaged (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive Sill damaged (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 111,723 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 109,150 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 106,269 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 102,785 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 93,407 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 83,260 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 72,667 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 61,996 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 61,996 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 52,252 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 42,290 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 41,341 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 41,341 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 May 2006 35,656 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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T543 SEF is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T543 SEF, 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 T543 SEF registered?

T543 SEF is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 July 1999.

Is T543 SEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T543 SEF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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