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EJ05 NHB

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,071 mi
Last recorded61,071 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 NHB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 61,071 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 55,115 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 52,780 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 50,185 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 50,185 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 49,069 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 45,910 miles

o/s/r light damaged

Pass 6 May 2015 44,344 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 42,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 40,667 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 37,836 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 35,004 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s rear tyre and wall damaged on outer wall

Pass 25 May 2010 28,846 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,412 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 14,880 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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EJ05 NHB is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EJ05 NHB, 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 EJ05 NHB registered?

EJ05 NHB is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is EJ05 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 NHB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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