MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
145,181 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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nearside front inner door handle sharp edge
slight play in offside of steering rack
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
nearside front inner door handle sharp edge
slight play in offside of steering rack
How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 S?
Based on 984 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V497 ETF is a 2000 Lexus IS200 S in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 2000 Lexus IS200 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 97,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Lexus IS200 S fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V497 ETF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Lexus IS200 S typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Lexus IS200 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was V497 ETF registered?
V497 ETF is a 2000 Lexus IS200 S, first registered on 25 January 2000.
Is V497 ETF safe to buy?
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