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GV54 WGJ

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,006 mi
Last recorded113,006 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 WGJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 113,006 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 113,006 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 99,814 miles

Nearside Front Outer Slight damage to tyre outer wall

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2017 99,814 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Slight damage to tyre outer wall

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 93,356 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 82,246 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 66,091 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 59,740 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 54,864 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

front wiper blades split

Pass 25 Jan 2011 50,322 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 50,322 miles

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

both front tyres worn to exess on inner edge

Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,052 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 32,002 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 22,785 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 22,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 WGJ is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WGJ, 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 GV54 WGJ registered?

GV54 WGJ is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 January 2005.

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