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X749 SBW

2000 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,726 mi
Last recorded85,726 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX749 SBW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 85,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 83,181 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 83,181 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 82,943 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 81,977 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 80,955 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2014 80,955 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 80,530 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 80,528 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 80,320 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 80,039 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 79,503 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 79,240 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 78,162 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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X749 SBW is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 X749 SBW, 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 X749 SBW registered?

X749 SBW is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X749 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X749 SBW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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