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V151 GTE

1999 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

196,678 mi
Last recorded196,678 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV151 GTE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 196,678 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front downpipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 186,737 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)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 172,602 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 163,040 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 150,923 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 150,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 136,037 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 127,582 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 123,874 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 123,874 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 120,027 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 119,903 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 115,183 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake discs corroded

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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V151 GTE is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 V151 GTE, 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 V151 GTE registered?

V151 GTE is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 November 1999.

Is V151 GTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V151 GTE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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