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HC04 LKZ

2004 Lexus IS200

Gold Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

153,747 mi
Last recorded153,747 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC04 LKZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 153,747 miles

General underbody component corrosion

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded with hole but not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Grease leaking out slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 144,472 miles

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

n/s outer sill corroded not within 30cm

o/s outer sill slight corroded

unable to see rear pads

under trays fitted

Fail 8 Jan 2025 144,453 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed inner rack joint bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

n/s outer sill corroded not within 30cm

o/s outer sill slight corroded

unable to see rear pads

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2024 134,520 miles

both front tyres low n/s and o/s front

rear pads cants see

Fail 12 Dec 2023 134,029 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended center (7.1.2 (c))

cant see rear pads on inspection

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2022 122,678 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 110,735 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 110,735 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen x2 (3.5 (a))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 98,159 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake pads not clearly visible

Pass 29 Apr 2019 86,264 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 77,864 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 69,411 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 60,903 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 60,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 May 2015 52,101 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 44,174 miles

n/s wiper rubber split on ends

Pass 10 May 2013 36,837 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 29,282 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 29,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 24,390 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 18,478 miles

Rear tyre inner edges worn.

Pass 9 May 2009 11,488 miles

Rear tyres inner edges wearing low.

Pass 9 May 2008 6,844 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 3,535 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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HC04 LKZ is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Gold with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HC04 LKZ, 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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HC04 LKZ is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 April 2004.

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