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V538 HMR

2000 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,995 mi
Last recorded142,995 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV538 HMR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2017 142,995 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1n)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 138,837 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 135,494 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 127,718 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 124,901 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 121,646 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 117,609 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 112,908 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 108,651 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 103,384 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 97,731 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 97,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 91,502 miles

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 26 Nov 2005 85,286 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 85,286 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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V538 HMR is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V538 HMR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V538 HMR registered?

V538 HMR is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V538 HMR safe to buy?

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