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V95 ELU

2000 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,558 mi
Last recorded52,558 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV95 ELU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 52,558 miles

under the chassis body sealant applied

Fail 24 Dec 2025 52,518 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Under The Vehicle Undersealed.

Pass 8 Apr 2025 52,251 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

underside of the vehicle corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2024 52,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under vehicle generally corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2023 51,700 miles

Corrosion appearing under the whole car

Front fog lights not forking

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Mar 2023 51,694 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Early signs of corrosion appearing under the car

Front Fog lights not working

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 51,367 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 50,932 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 50,640 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 49,467 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,242 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 47,120 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 45,789 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 44,216 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 42,446 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 40,460 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 38,063 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 35,232 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 32,331 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 29,711 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 26,903 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 23,818 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 20,573 miles

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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V95 ELU is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 V95 ELU, 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 V95 ELU registered?

V95 ELU is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 January 2000.

Is V95 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V95 ELU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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