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CU05 NLK

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

82,574 mi
Last recorded82,574 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 NLK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 82,574 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 73,908 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 66,309 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 63,858 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 63,076 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2020 63,026 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 62,990 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 62,945 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 59,402 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 51,787 miles

front brake pads wearing thin

front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 24 Jun 2015 45,219 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 38,506 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2013 35,189 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jun 2012 32,104 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 32,104 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 29,917 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,476 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges and further wear on the edge could result in them becoming illegal and dangerous

Pass 31 Mar 2009 21,934 miles

front tyres bald on edges

Pass 2 Apr 2008 16,833 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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CU05 NLK is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue 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 CU05 NLK, 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 CU05 NLK registered?

CU05 NLK is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is CU05 NLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 NLK 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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