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T7 CAF

1999 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,534 mi
Last recorded155,534 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2024
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT7 CAF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2024 155,534 miles

Central Rear All rear suspension components corroded due to age

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Misty (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Misty (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 153,404 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 152,334 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 152,334 miles

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 151,585 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 151,171 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 151,171 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 150,029 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 150,029 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 149,003 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 146,760 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 142,872 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 142,845 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 140,127 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 136,703 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 136,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 132,447 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 128,627 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 124,302 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 124,285 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 117,010 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 105,082 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 105,082 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 96,408 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 92,746 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 81,361 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight movement in rack mounts

under tray fitted

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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T7 CAF 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 76.9%.

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 T7 CAF, 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 T7 CAF registered?

T7 CAF is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 July 1999.

Is T7 CAF safe to buy?

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