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V849 EGT

2000 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,948 mi
Last recorded147,948 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV849 EGT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2014 147,948 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 147,948 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 140,109 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 132,582 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 132,582 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 125,175 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 116,039 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 109,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 109,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 101,698 miles

both front tyres getting low on inner edges

Pass 14 Aug 2006 92,692 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 92,561 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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)

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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V849 EGT is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V849 EGT, 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 V849 EGT registered?

V849 EGT is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 January 2000.

Is V849 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V849 EGT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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