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BN05 DWK

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,068 mi
Last recorded109,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 109,068 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear n/s & o/s outer sills bubbling with corrosion

Fail 19 Jan 2018 109,068 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear n/s & o/s outer sills bubbling with corrosion

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 75,185 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill bubbling with corrosion (5.2.6)

Offside handbrake weak

all brake discs have surface rust from lack of use

unders vehicle has surface rust but not weak

Pass 8 Jan 2016 93,922 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 91,944 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 86,965 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Feb 2013 80,004 miles

both front tyres wearing/worn on inner edges

Fail 13 Feb 2013 80,001 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

both front tyres wearing/worn on inner edges

Pass 23 Feb 2012 74,192 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 74,192 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 73,112 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 67,746 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 67,746 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 66,901 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 52,163 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 40,180 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 DWK is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN05 DWK, 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 DWK?

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What year was BN05 DWK registered?

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

Is BN05 DWK safe to buy?

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