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LM57 PXJ

2008 Lexus IS200

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

199,982 mi
Last recorded199,982 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 PXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2019 199,982 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 199,982 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 182,198 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 173,852 miles

windscreen has slight wiper damage

Fail 20 Dec 2016 173,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside rear tyre has a long and deep cut and only just met requirement(requires attention)

windscreen has slight wiper damage

Pass 18 Dec 2015 168,821 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2015 168,776 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

child seat fitted

Pass 24 Dec 2014 156,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Dec 2014 156,302 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2014 143,807 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 137,942 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 128,255 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 121,046 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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LM57 PXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 88,616 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 LM57 PXJ, 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 18 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LM57 PXJ registered?

LM57 PXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 January 2008.

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