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EF05 HXC

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

123,392 mi
Last recorded123,392 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HXC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 123,392 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 112,417 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 97,004 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 97,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 87,244 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 87,244 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2014 77,195 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2013 67,548 miles

o/s/f inner tyre egde worn

Pass 12 May 2012 59,482 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 52,107 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 10 May 2010 44,057 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 43,885 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,969 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 34,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Apr 2008 24,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,674 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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EF05 HXC 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 68.8%.

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 EF05 HXC, 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 EF05 HXC?

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What year was EF05 HXC registered?

EF05 HXC is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is EF05 HXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 HXC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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