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W119 OBX

2000 Lexus IS200 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,600 mi
Last recorded139,600 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200 SE Auto92,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW119 OBX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE Auto
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 139,600 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and Rear Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear bumper has accident damage

Offside Rear lamp unit is cracked

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor and inner sills Both Sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 139,600 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and Rear Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides opaque (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear bumper has accident damage

Offside Rear lamp unit is cracked

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor and inner sills Both Sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 135,976 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint of downpipe and center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides @ 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 135,955 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside bind (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint of downpipe and center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides @ 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 133,811 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 133,811 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases replaced downpipe gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 127,796 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms front and rear have surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 127,796 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding Broken shoe retainer (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms front and rear have surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 122,029 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 110,920 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe joint to front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2021 110,920 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe joint to front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Sides inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 99,028 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2020 99,028 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 88,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 80,162 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres bald on inner parts of tread

Pass 29 Nov 2016 73,343 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 63,493 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 57,633 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)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 48,804 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 40,924 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 30,582 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 27,320 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 23,543 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 20,749 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 17,549 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 14,826 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 12,706 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,910
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 127
position lamp(s) not working 71
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 39
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 35
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W119 OBX is a 2000 Lexus IS200 SE Auto in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Lexus IS200 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 92,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W119 OBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W119 OBX is a 2000 Lexus IS200 SE Auto, first registered on 27 July 2000.

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