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EX05 RYO

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,165 mi
Last recorded64,165 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 RYO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 64,165 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 62,624 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 61,358 miles

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

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive axle oil seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside number plate light not working

Pass 2 Mar 2023 59,528 miles

Nearside Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached mounting damaged but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 58,149 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 57,448 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 57,448 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 56,696 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 55,498 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 55,477 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 52,960 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 50,584 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 47,742 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 42,001 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 35,409 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 28,221 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 19,545 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 18,239 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 14,981 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 13,364 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 10,688 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 10,688 miles

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

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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EX05 RYO is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver 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 EX05 RYO, 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 EX05 RYO registered?

EX05 RYO is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is EX05 RYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 RYO 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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