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V537 GSN

2000 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

106,701 mi
Last recorded106,701 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV537 GSN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 106,701 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2015 106,687 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Oil low

Pass 18 Jul 2014 102,480 miles

brake warning light does not go out,brake fluid level ok

corrosion on rear suspension components

fuel filler pipe corroded

high level stop lamp n/w

o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge and cracking

o/s/r tyre cracking

slightly corroded brake pipe o/s/r

Fail 5 Jul 2014 102,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

brake warning light does not go out,brake fluid level ok

corrosion on rear suspension components

fuel filler pipe corroded

high level stop lamp n/w

o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge and cracking

o/s/r tyre cracking

slightly corroded brake pipe o/s/r

Pass 30 May 2013 96,668 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

offside front tyre wearing inner edge and cracking

Fail 28 May 2013 96,668 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

engine management light on/flashing

nearside rear tyre wearing inner edge

offside front tyre wearing inner edge and cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2012 92,172 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 92,172 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2010 90,068 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 90,068 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 84,456 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 81,413 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 81,413 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 76,036 miles

offside rear & nearside front tyres have cuts on outer sidewalls

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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V537 GSN is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 V537 GSN, 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 V537 GSN registered?

V537 GSN is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 January 2000.

Is V537 GSN safe to buy?

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