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GV54 GCY

2004 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,205 mi
Last recorded39,205 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 GCY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 39,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Cannot see brake pads to see thickness

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 39,176 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 39,167 miles

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

Rear cannot see brake pads to see wear

Fail 23 Feb 2024 39,167 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear cannot see brake pads to see wear

Pass 2 Aug 2021 38,666 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 38,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 37,805 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 37,805 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 May 2019 36,632 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 35,236 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 33,673 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 32,061 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 30,053 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 28,785 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 26,778 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 26,048 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Jul 2012 26,048 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Jun 2011 22,560 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 22,560 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 18,871 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 14,899 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 11,300 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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GV54 GCY is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GV54 GCY, 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 GV54 GCY registered?

GV54 GCY is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 October 2004.

Is GV54 GCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV54 GCY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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