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X997 OBN

2000 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,177 mi
Last recorded109,177 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200100,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX997 OBN
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 109,177 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges and side wall damage

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just legal on 1.6mm recommend replacement (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

corrosion by nsr sub frame mount

corrosion rear lower sill lips/drop plates

fluid on power steering pump/pipe recommend attention,pipe corroding

front lower suspension arms rear bushes perishing

osr lower suspension arm and anti roll bar corroded

play in nsf and osf lower suspension ball joints/just acceptable RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

signs of coolant leaks

Pass 27 Feb 2015 100,333 miles

Both front headlights cloudy

Brake and fuel lines covered

Brake fluid low

Cuts on N/S/F Tyre outer sidewall

Cuts on O/S/R Inner tyre sidewall

Deep cut on O/S/R Inner tyre sidewall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine oil low

N/S/F Side light dim

N/S/F Suspension rear bush perishing

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/R Tyre low tread on edges

Power steering fluid low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Water staines on engine

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 100,333 miles

Both front headlights cloudy

Brake and fuel lines covered

Brake fluid low

Cuts on N/S/F Tyre outer sidewall

Cuts on O/S/R Inner tyre sidewall

Deep cut on O/S/R Inner tyre sidewall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine oil low

N/S/F Side light dim

N/S/F Suspension rear bush perishing

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/R Tyre low tread on edges

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

Power steering fluid low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Water staines on engine

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

Fail 15 Feb 2014 86,676 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 86,676 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 84,594 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 81,757 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 79,225 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 76,493 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 74,244 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 91,188 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 68,323 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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X997 OBN is a 2000 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 X997 OBN, 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 X997 OBN registered?

X997 OBN is a 2000 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 November 2000.

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The MOT history for X997 OBN shows 12 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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