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FD04 CHV

2004 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

106,597 mi
Last recorded106,597 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 CHV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2025 106,597 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 141,819 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 138,512 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 135,947 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 131,891 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 125,402 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2018 125,401 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 117,664 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 110,232 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 110,232 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 102,552 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres worn to 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 95,502 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 87,717 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 82,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 82,390 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 78,075 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 73,493 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 68,418 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 62,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 62,823 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 57,935 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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FD04 CHV is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 FD04 CHV, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FD04 CHV registered?

FD04 CHV is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 May 2004.

Is FD04 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD04 CHV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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