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BF05 JDZ

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

144,648 mi
Last recorded144,648 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 JDZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2020 144,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 144,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 142,028 miles

corrosion to rear sills

Pass 22 Mar 2018 139,069 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s and n/s outer sills have surface rust

windscreen wipers are starting to deteriorate.

Pass 1 Mar 2017 133,689 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill has started to rust.

Pass 1 Mar 2016 129,237 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 126,513 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 121,984 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 121,984 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 115,550 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 115,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

o/s/r lght lens broken but no white light showing.

Pass 15 Jun 2012 108,250 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 100,828 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 93,265 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 93,265 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 85,405 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 82,669 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 JDZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 BF05 JDZ, 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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BF05 JDZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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