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V979 GVU

1999 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,957 mi
Last recorded104,957 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Lexus IS200103,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV979 GVU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 104,957 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 104,510 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding unable to test wheel bearing (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 100,224 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2015 98,693 miles

corrosion to n/s sill

Pass 21 Mar 2014 91,781 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 85,102 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 83,814 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)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 82,319 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 80,526 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 78,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 78,262 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 75,987 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 73,967 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 71,481 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 71,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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V979 GVU is a 1999 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 V979 GVU, 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.

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What year was V979 GVU registered?

V979 GVU is a 1999 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V979 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V979 GVU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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