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Lexus IS200

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

L40 CAUMOT history

L40 CAU is a blue petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 224,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2022.

L40 CAU blue Lexus IS200 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS200, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2022
Mileage
224,330 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 CAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L40 CAU was last recorded at 224,330 miles on 2 Mar 2022, 8,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Nov 2012: 51,476 miles, lower than 144,668 miles on 23 Nov 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
216,260 miles · 30 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
8,070 miles
Average per year
10,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 224,330 miles
  • 2021 – 216,260 miles
  • 2020 – 207,189 miles
  • 2019 – 198,981 miles
  • 2018 – 190,205 miles
  • 2017 – 181,975 miles
  • 2016 – 174,277 miles
  • 2015 – 166,838 miles
  • 2014 – 160,703 miles
  • 2013 – 154,923 miles
  • 2012 – 51,476 miles
  • 2011 – 144,668 miles
  • 2010 – 132,689 miles
  • 2009 – 118,608 miles
  • 2008 – 101,101 miles
  • 2007 – 85,467 miles
  • 2006 – 70,480 miles
  • 2005 – 53,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail224,330 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Both front side lights very dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/S front brake starting to bind

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail224,330 miles (+8,070)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,330 miles
    Test number
    996610832659
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass216,260 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    216,260 miles
    Test number
    722043958073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail216,094 miles (+8,905)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,094 miles
    Test number
    463944057907
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly imbalanced

  4. Pass207,189 miles (+8,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    207,189 miles
    Test number
    356096958513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass198,981 miles (+8,776)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    198,981 miles
    Test number
    829055854165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass190,205 miles (+109)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    190,205 miles
    Test number
    598909191878
    • AdvisoryBoth front side lights very dim
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S front brake starting to bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail190,096 miles (+8,121)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,096 miles
    Test number
    813051471921
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall repair (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front side lights very dim
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryN/S front brake starting to bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass181,975 miles (+7,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    181,975 miles
    Test number
    805898970039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre low on inner edge

  9. Pass174,277 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    174,277 miles
    Test number
    256501821105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail174,184 miles (+7,346)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,184 miles
    Test number
    789686183811
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass166,838 miles (+6,135)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    166,838 miles
    Test number
    589139775053
    • NoteFront brakes slightly imbalanced
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit
    • NoteSmall crack in screen not affecting drivers view

  12. Pass160,703 miles (+5,780)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,703 miles
    Test number
    916368514137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass154,923 miles (+103,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    154,923 miles
    Test number
    269109213463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail51,476 miles (-93,192)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,476 miles
    Test number
    227827822369
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteFront tyres are worn on inside edges.(tracking?)
    • NoteWindscreen has 2 small chips.

  15. Fail144,668 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,668 miles
    Test number
    136047421307
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass144,668 miles (+11,979)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    144,668 miles
    Test number
    449957521404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,689 miles (+14,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    132,689 miles
    Test number
    820828920360
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass118,608 miles (+17,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    118,608 miles
    Test number
    462430939352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass101,101 miles (+15,634)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    450085928407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,467 miles (+14,987)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,467 miles
    Test number
    141974527336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,480 miles (+16,901)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    70,480 miles
    Test number
    433875326432
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edges.

  22. Pass53,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    53,579 miles
    Test number
    391767205374
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 CAU

Does L40 CAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 CAU expired on 29 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 CAU?
The MOT on L40 CAU expired on 29 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 CAU done?
L40 CAU was recorded at 224,330 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2022, an average of 10,459 miles a year.
Has L40 CAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 CAU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 CAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L40 CAU find?
L40 CAU failed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect and 4 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides, and 2 more.

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