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GW04 AEK

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

144,181 mi
Last recorded144,181 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW04 AEK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 144,181 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2026 144,181 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 125,007 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 118,872 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 118,872 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 110,306 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 106,974 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 104,694 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 103,310 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 99,681 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 94,470 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 88,234 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 81,696 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 73,740 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 66,471 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 60,668 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 54,324 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 47,132 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 40,457 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,572 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres worn on inner edges (front tyres almost worn through to cords)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 33,572 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres worn on inner edges (front tyres almost worn through to cords)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 25,843 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 17,716 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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GW04 AEK is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 GW04 AEK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW04 AEK registered?

GW04 AEK is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is GW04 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW04 AEK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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