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BN05 DWE

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,851 mi
Last recorded46,851 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 DWE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 46,851 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 46,527 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 46,181 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 45,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm - Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm - worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 45,175 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 44,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 44,551 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 44,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 43,295 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 41,447 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 39,578 miles

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

Front brake discs appear to be quite lipped.

Pass 12 Apr 2014 36,145 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 34,557 miles

Front brake discs appear quite worn.

Pass 1 May 2012 33,076 miles

Front brake discs appear quite worn.

Pass 13 Apr 2011 31,133 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 28,222 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 28,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 25,113 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 21,251 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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BN05 DWE is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BN05 DWE, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 DWE?

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What year was BN05 DWE registered?

BN05 DWE is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BN05 DWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 DWE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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