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W185 LRA

2000 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,722 mi
Last recorded159,722 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW185 LRA
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 159,722 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 157,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 155,866 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 155,866 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 152,587 miles

N/S/R Tyre has a slightly torn outer side wall,but is within specified limits.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Oct 2013 152,587 miles

N/S/R Tyre has a slightly torn outer side wall,but is within specified limits.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 150,225 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 148,533 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

long travel parking brake.

nearside rear tyre deep cut on outer sidewall, does not reach to cords or ply.

Pass 30 Oct 2010 144,451 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2009 137,225 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 137,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 124,287 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 124,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 116,389 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 116,375 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 108,549 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jul 2006 108,549 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside 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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W185 LRA is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 W185 LRA, 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.

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W185 LRA is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 July 2000.

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