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X985 SJN

2000 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,978 mi
Last recorded76,978 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX985 SJN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 76,978 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 76,839 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 76,029 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 75,762 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,278 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 75,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 74,123 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 72,069 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 70,126 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 59,152 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 56,972 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 53,246 miles

Both front tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges.

Pass 7 Jan 2014 48,733 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 43,096 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 37,139 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 32,052 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 29,989 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 27,247 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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X985 SJN is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 X985 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 X985 SJN registered?

X985 SJN is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 October 2000.

Is X985 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X985 SJN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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