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W157 NJB

2000 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,194 mi
Last recorded157,194 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW157 NJB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 157,194 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 151,467 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 143,496 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 24 May 2011 135,612 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 130,242 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)

near side and off side rear brake discs in poor condition on inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2009 120,303 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 110,235 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 105,717 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 88,536 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 105,673 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2006 101,497 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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W157 NJB is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W157 NJB, 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 W157 NJB registered?

W157 NJB is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W157 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W157 NJB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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