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GV05 RHO

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,218 mi
Last recorded124,218 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 RHO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 124,218 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 119,546 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive steering rack, both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 114,499 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 104,960 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 94,560 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 83,088 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 74,648 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 3 May 2019 68,983 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 62,040 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 55,206 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 48,770 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted. Adult belt not inspected.

Pass 6 May 2015 42,568 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 36,015 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 30,849 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 27,599 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 24,938 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 21,953 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 19,490 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 16,283 miles

Nearside Rear 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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GV05 RHO is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GV05 RHO, 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 GV05 RHO registered?

GV05 RHO is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is GV05 RHO safe to buy?

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