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GY05 HLC

2005 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,333 mi
Last recorded114,333 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 HLC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 114,333 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 114,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2015 103,248 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 92,966 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 84,850 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 84,850 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 75,815 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 66,285 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

corrosion to exhaust

o/s/f shocker leaking

oil leak

undertray fitted

Fail 16 May 2011 66,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

corrosion to exhaust

o/s/f shocker leaking

oil leak

undertray fitted

Pass 11 May 2010 64,059 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2009 51,542 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 39,143 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GY05 HLC is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GY05 HLC, 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 GY05 HLC registered?

GY05 HLC is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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