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GF05 FVO

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,286 mi
Last recorded87,286 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 FVO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 87,286 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 85,483 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,065 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 77,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 65,831 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 60,160 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 54,460 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 54,460 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 48,176 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 42,962 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 36,749 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 29,888 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 22,541 miles

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

Offside 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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GF05 FVO is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF05 FVO, 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 GF05 FVO registered?

GF05 FVO is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is GF05 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 FVO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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