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DF05 BVC

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,017 mi
Last recorded90,017 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 BVC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 90,017 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 87,408 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 83,699 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 79,459 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 74,682 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 70,815 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 67,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2012 60,759 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 56,123 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 49,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 49,807 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 45,527 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 40,224 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 40,195 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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DF05 BVC is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DF05 BVC, 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 DF05 BVC registered?

DF05 BVC is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is DF05 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 BVC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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