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BG05 VMV

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,803 mi
Last recorded136,803 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VMV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2015 136,803 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full access to adult seat belt

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Sep 2014 118,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Sep 2013 98,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 74,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2011 59,784 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 49,941 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 43,016 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 28,502 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 27,351 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 22,318 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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BG05 VMV is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BG05 VMV, 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 BG05 VMV registered?

BG05 VMV is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is BG05 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 VMV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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