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V289 FNC

1999 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,324 mi
Last recorded88,324 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV289 FNC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2015 88,324 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 84,964 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 84,964 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 82,647 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 80,122 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 74,696 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 68,041 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 62,537 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 56,767 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 56,767 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 51,371 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 46,632 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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V289 FNC is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V289 FNC, 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 V289 FNC registered?

V289 FNC is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 October 1999.

Is V289 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V289 FNC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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