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T551 TPU

1999 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

63,894 mi
Last recorded63,894 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT551 TPU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 63,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 48,595 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 41,135 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 40,539 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 40,062 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 38,924 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 37,678 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 35,982 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 33,298 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 32,398 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 30,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2014 30,138 miles

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

clutch pedal is high

Pass 10 Jul 2013 28,956 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 26,679 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jul 2012 26,679 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 8 Jul 2011 24,949 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 22,869 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 20,623 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 18,620 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,689 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 13,615 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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T551 TPU is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 T551 TPU, 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 T551 TPU registered?

T551 TPU is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 July 1999.

Is T551 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T551 TPU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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