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W253 PHT

2000 Lexus IS200 SE

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,593 mi
Last recorded111,593 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2007
Typical for 2000 Lexus IS200 SE94,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW253 PHT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2007 111,593 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 111,593 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 102,530 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 101,550 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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W253 PHT is a 2000 Lexus IS200 SE in Blue 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 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 94,549 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W253 PHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was W253 PHT registered?

W253 PHT is a 2000 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 23 March 2000.

Is W253 PHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W253 PHT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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