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X972 BCB

2000 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,537 mi
Last recorded137,537 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 BCB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 137,537 miles

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 137,536 miles

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

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

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 130,006 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 130,006 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2014 122,649 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2014 122,649 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 117,975 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2012 110,221 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 97,434 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 97,431 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engin light on

Pass 24 Sep 2010 95,949 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 93,461 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 90,114 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 85,599 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 73,618 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 61,593 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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X972 BCB is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X972 BCB, 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 X972 BCB registered?

X972 BCB is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X972 BCB safe to buy?

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