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BF05 JCU

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,928 mi
Last recorded136,928 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 JCU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 136,928 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 136,896 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2022 129,789 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 129,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 119,324 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 119,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 103,827 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 97,354 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 85,668 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 74,600 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 70,962 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 63,935 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 59,302 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 55,058 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 49,423 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 47,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2010 46,014 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 43,532 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 39,470 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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BF05 JCU is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BF05 JCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF05 JCU registered?

BF05 JCU is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BF05 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 JCU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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