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AK04 YCM

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

151,680 mi
Last recorded151,680 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 YCM
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 151,680 miles

both cv gaiter slightly weeping

general underside corrosion; exhaust,coil spring,suspension arm,brake pipe and body

Pass 28 Jul 2021 147,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 145,007 miles

Both cv gaitors weeping

General underside corrosion to exhaust, coil springs, susp arms, brake pipes and underbody

Fail 21 Jul 2020 145,007 miles

Both cv gaitors weeping

General underside corrosion to exhaust, coil springs, susp arms, brake pipes and underbody

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 137,033 miles

Corrosion to coil springs, exhaust and brake pipes

Headlights poor

Wipers smear screen

Fail 20 May 2019 137,033 miles

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Corrosion to coil springs, exhaust and brake pipes

Headlights poor

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

O/s/r tyre cracking through tread

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wipers smear screen

Pass 2 May 2018 132,226 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both head lamps in poor condition

Fail 2 May 2018 132,226 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both head lamps in poor condition

Pass 2 May 2017 121,016 miles

Corrosion to coils, exhaust and brake pipes

Front brake pads wearing low

Fail 2 May 2017 121,016 miles

Corrosion to coils, exhaust and brake pipes

Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 103,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 103,244 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 86,879 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 68,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat offside rear

Pass 12 Apr 2013 55,145 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 47,844 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 41,105 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,813 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,195 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 24,118 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 18,621 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?

Based on 546,826 MOT tests across 35,416 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,944
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
35,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,437
position lamp(s) not working 12,861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,257
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,129
Registration plate lamp not working 9,520
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AK04 YCM is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK04 YCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK04 YCM is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 April 2004.

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