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X981 SJN

2000 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,700 mi
Last recorded146,700 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2019
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX981 SJN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2019 146,700 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 141,860 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 137,532 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 134,231 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 129,863 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 124,408 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 118,333 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 112,288 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 105,145 miles

Both rear tyre tread wearing low

Corrosion on inner face of rear brake disc

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 105,145 miles

Both rear tyre tread wearing low

Corrosion on inner face of rear brake disc

Pass 13 Oct 2010 99,071 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 92,946 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 92,946 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 86,755 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 86,755 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 80,512 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 74,510 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 68,602 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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X981 SJN is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X981 SJN, 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 X981 SJN registered?

X981 SJN is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 October 2000.

Is X981 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X981 SJN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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