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AY05 MWE

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,977 mi
Last recorded45,977 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 MWE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2012 45,977 miles

front and rear brake pads seem worn thin, advise full inspection

n/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

park brake noisey when tested on RBT

Pass 22 Jan 2011 38,478 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 32,275 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 26,291 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,284 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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AY05 MWE is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 73,301 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY05 MWE, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY05 MWE registered?

AY05 MWE is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AY05 MWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 MWE shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY05 MWE have outstanding finance?

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