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FP55 VLG

2006 Lexus IS200

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

85,606 mi
Last recorded85,606 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS20094,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 VLG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 85,606 miles

Emission too low to register reading.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jan 2015 85,606 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Emission too low to register reading.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 77,172 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 73,712 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 73,710 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

NEEDS ALIGNMENT

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,408 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jun 2012 63,407 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2011 55,127 miles

2 LITRES OF 10W40 ENGINE OIL ADDED

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE HAS TWO CUTS NOT DEEP ENOUGH TO REACH THE CORDS (225/45YR17)

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

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

TYRE SIZE 245/45YR17

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Jul 2010 40,020 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 25,968 miles

cracks in both rear tyre treads

Pass 17 Dec 2008 22,928 miles

nearside front tyre nearly smooth on edges

offside front tyre wearing on edges

tread starting to crack on all four tyres

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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FP55 VLG is a 2006 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 94,216 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 FP55 VLG, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FP55 VLG registered?

FP55 VLG is a 2006 Lexus IS200, first registered on 7 January 2006.

Is FP55 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 VLG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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