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V37 GEX

1999 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,647 mi
Last recorded108,647 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV37 GEX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 108,647 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 102,661 miles

Front number plate deteriorating

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 99,022 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 92,701 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 81,966 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 81,966 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 64,461 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 51,695 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 51,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 50,428 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 46,736 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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V37 GEX is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V37 GEX, 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 V37 GEX registered?

V37 GEX is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is V37 GEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V37 GEX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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