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ET54 GCZ

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,210 mi
Last recorded56,210 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 GCZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 56,210 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 48,736 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 47,958 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 47,089 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 45,901 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 44,317 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 44,317 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 43,499 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 42,043 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 40,015 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 37,597 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 35,157 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 33,028 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 33,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 30,506 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 30,506 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 26,796 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 23,482 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 19,651 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 16,113 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 12,271 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 8,277 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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ET54 GCZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ET54 GCZ, 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 ET54 GCZ?

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What year was ET54 GCZ registered?

ET54 GCZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is ET54 GCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET54 GCZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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