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T738 HVV

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

164,356 mi
Last recorded164,356 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT738 HVV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 164,356 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2016 164,356 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 151,260 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 151,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 140,132 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 140,101 miles

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

Offside 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) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2012 132,163 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 127,643 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 121,885 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 115,437 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 111,450 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 101,493 miles

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 23 Jun 2006 91,686 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2006 91,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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T738 HVV is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T738 HVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T738 HVV registered?

T738 HVV is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is T738 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T738 HVV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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