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GY05 XRU

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

89,613 mi
Last recorded89,613 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 XRU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 89,613 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 89,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2025 77,175 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2025 76,940 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension locking device ineffective top ball joint locking device missing (5.3.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge 215/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 73,451 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 73,347 miles

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 71,168 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 69,156 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 69,115 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 67,374 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low however not fully visible (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 65,862 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin not fully visible - suspect they are low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 59,710 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 56,392 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 55,938 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2016 52,511 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 49,397 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 46,294 miles

very slight leak from p/steering rack

Pass 24 Apr 2013 42,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel a little tighter to turn than n/s/f

Pass 11 Apr 2012 40,055 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,868 miles

OSR tyre uneven wear -inner edge

Fail 26 Apr 2011 37,868 miles

OSR tyre uneven wear -inner edge

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 33,379 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES BADLY WORN INNER EDGE

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2009 28,548 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,396 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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GY05 XRU is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 GY05 XRU, 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.

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What year was GY05 XRU registered?

GY05 XRU is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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