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V287 ELA

1999 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

292,646 mi
Last recorded292,646 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV287 ELA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 292,646 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 276,141 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 259,321 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 242,019 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 225,011 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 205,448 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 188,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 165,506 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2008 147,162 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2008 147,162 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 126,383 miles

front tyres wearing on inside

Pass 24 Aug 2006 104,498 miles

rear suspension lower bushes

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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V287 ELA is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V287 ELA, 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 V287 ELA registered?

V287 ELA is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V287 ELA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V287 ELA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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