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V551 FJF

1999 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

151,497 mi
Last recorded151,497 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV551 FJF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 151,497 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2014 151,497 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 145,847 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 139,138 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 133,181 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

plastic covers fitted underneath

Pass 29 Sep 2010 129,780 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 127,541 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 127,541 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 124,863 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)

Fail 8 May 2008 124,863 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)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 118,966 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 118,966 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 107,137 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 107,043 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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V551 FJF is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 V551 FJF, 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 V551 FJF registered?

V551 FJF is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 December 1999.

Is V551 FJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V551 FJF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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