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V356 BRP

2000 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

129,787 mi
Last recorded129,787 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV356 BRP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2013 129,787 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 121,322 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 22 Dec 2012 121,322 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 114,717 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 114,717 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 108,413 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 106,402 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 103,184 miles

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

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

very low clutch operation

Pass 9 Jun 2007 99,355 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 99,355 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 93,447 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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V356 BRP is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 100,365 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 V356 BRP, 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 26 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V356 BRP registered?

V356 BRP is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 January 2000.

Is V356 BRP safe to buy?

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