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GP05 VYW

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

125,651 mi
Last recorded125,651 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 VYW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 125,651 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 121,044 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF/OSF/OSR/NSR. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF/OSF/OSR/NSR. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS+OS, Further deterioration will result in M.O.T failure. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Not allowing inspection of wheel bearings. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Further deterioration will result in M.O.T failure. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2021 121,044 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/45/17 91W XL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF/OSF/OSR/NSR. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSF/OSF/OSR/NSR. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective NS+OS, Further deterioration will result in M.O.T failure. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Not allowing inspection of wheel bearings. (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Further deterioration will result in M.O.T failure. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 108,380 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 104,723 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 98,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 94,409 miles

Rear discs slight corosion

Pass 7 Dec 2015 91,169 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 88,455 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 81,925 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 74,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 67,655 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 59,184 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 49,319 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 38,469 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 26,536 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,536 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GP05 VYW is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GP05 VYW, 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 GP05 VYW registered?

GP05 VYW is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 July 2005.

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