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FM54 GKX

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

137,631 mi
Last recorded137,631 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM54 GKX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 137,631 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 132,418 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 129,296 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 124,638 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 119,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 115,560 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 111,760 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 106,228 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 101,029 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 95,554 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 89,497 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 83,474 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 74,999 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 67,144 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 57,543 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 52,513 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 46,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 46,882 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 42,109 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 31,667 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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FM54 GKX is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FM54 GKX, 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 FM54 GKX registered?

FM54 GKX is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 January 2005.

Is FM54 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM54 GKX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FM54 GKX have outstanding finance?

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