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DK05 ZHY

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

161,911 mi
Last recorded161,911 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 ZHY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 May 2024 161,911 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 150,316 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 148,280 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 143,629 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 143,602 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 260,781 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 252,111 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 250,643 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 249,707 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 235,058 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Sep 2013 235,058 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2012 233,506 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 200,310 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 160,540 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 128,220 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 128,220 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 87,570 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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DK05 ZHY is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DK05 ZHY, 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

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What year was DK05 ZHY registered?

DK05 ZHY is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DK05 ZHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 ZHY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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