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V742 GCN

1999 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,569 mi
Last recorded161,569 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV742 GCN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2010 161,569 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 142,783 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 126,552 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 125,271 miles

ADVISE N/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT

Fail 8 Nov 2006 125,261 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)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 105,572 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 105,572 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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V742 GCN is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V742 GCN, 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 V742 GCN registered?

V742 GCN is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V742 GCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V742 GCN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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