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Lexus IS200

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

T278 TBAMOT history

T278 TBA is a green petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 17 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2022
Mileage
132,268 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 TBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T278 TBA was last recorded at 132,268 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 3,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,844 miles · 3 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,424 miles
Average per year
4,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,268 miles
  • 2021 – 128,844 miles
  • 2020 – 125,287 miles
  • 2019 – 121,717 miles
  • 2018 – 118,320 miles
  • 2017 – 114,967 miles
  • 2016 – 111,685 miles
  • 2015 – 107,842 miles
  • 2014 – 103,390 miles
  • 2013 – 99,368 miles
  • 2012 – 93,614 miles
  • 2011 – 85,072 miles
  • 2010 – 80,118 miles
  • 2009 – 70,869 miles
  • 2008 – 65,822 miles
  • 2007 – 60,469 miles
  • 2006 – 54,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,268 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,268 miles (+3,424)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,268 miles
    Test number
    207247627045
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass128,844 miles (+3,557)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,844 miles
    Test number
    779407975201
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns and os 3mm + NEARLY WORN SMOOTH outside prescribed measured areas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber dust boots deteriorated / split: both ns and os
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKED. CORDS NOT VISIBLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH AND AND OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os: various (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS AND OS : floor pan / floor to sill / chassis leg areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ALL FRONT AND REAR SPRING PLATFORMS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody components and panels
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

  3. Pass125,287 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    125,287 miles
    Test number
    866835391100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,259 miles (+3,542)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,259 miles
    Test number
    372112352037
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,717 miles
    Test number
    900057794355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail121,717 miles (+3,397)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,717 miles
    Test number
    857342004933
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2 mm ( advise renewing ) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,320 miles (+3,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    118,320 miles
    Test number
    570592223308
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass114,967 miles (+3,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,967 miles
    Test number
    910499181242
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass111,685 miles (+3,843)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    111,685 miles
    Test number
    175128955917
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  10. Pass107,842 miles (+4,452)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    107,842 miles
    Test number
    928867235226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,390 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    409803414289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,368 miles (+5,754)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,368 miles
    Test number
    836474213224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,614 miles (+8,542)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    516823522251
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s wiper split

  14. Pass85,072 miles (+4,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,072 miles
    Test number
    615828921291
    • 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)

  15. Pass80,118 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    80,118 miles
    Test number
    320347330214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,869 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    70,869 miles
    Test number
    553439139282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,865 miles (+5,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,865 miles
    Test number
    854797639231
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  18. Pass65,822 miles (+5,353)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,822 miles
    Test number
    593738328284
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres worn low inner edge

  19. Pass60,469 miles (+5,671)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    382287927244
    • NoteWheel rim damage

  20. Pass54,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    54,798 miles
    Test number
    742525336267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 TBA

Does T278 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 TBA expired on 3 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 TBA?
The MOT on T278 TBA expired on 3 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 TBA done?
T278 TBA was recorded at 132,268 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022, an average of 4,834 miles a year.
Has T278 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 TBA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T278 TBA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T278 TBA find?
T278 TBA failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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