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W252 OJB

2000 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

207,503 mi
Last recorded207,503 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW252 OJB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 207,503 miles

Both headlights cloudy

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2019 207,488 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Both headlights cloudy

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 196,425 miles

Offside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 186,342 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 186,342 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 176,227 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 164,692 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 154,966 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 145,522 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 135,749 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 125,504 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 116,075 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 105,058 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 105,058 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 88,135 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 72,055 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 72,055 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 61,539 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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W252 OJB is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W252 OJB, 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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What year was W252 OJB registered?

W252 OJB is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 May 2000.

Is W252 OJB safe to buy?

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