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Y859 MTF

2001 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,865 mi
Last recorded151,865 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus IS20092,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY859 MTF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 151,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 142,755 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 135,607 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 124,496 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 124,496 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 117,979 miles

NEARSIDE HEADLAMP GLASS STARTING TO MIST

OFFSIDE FRONT WHEEL SLIGHT BIND

Fail 27 Jun 2012 117,979 miles

NEARSIDE HEADLAMP GLASS STARTING TO MIST

OFFSIDE FRONT WHEEL SLIGHT BIND

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 109,772 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 109,772 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 103,012 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 103,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 94,158 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 84,848 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 64,270 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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Y859 MTF is a 2001 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 92,136 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y859 MTF, 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 25 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y859 MTF registered?

Y859 MTF is a 2001 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 June 2001.

Is Y859 MTF safe to buy?

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