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HG05 WLU

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,810 mi
Last recorded117,810 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 WLU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 117,810 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 114,923 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 114,923 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 110,967 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 100,657 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 98,279 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2020 95,112 miles

undertrays fitted,outer sills covered

Pass 9 Apr 2019 89,439 miles

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

sill covers fitted

under trays

Pass 12 Apr 2018 84,436 miles

sill covers fitted

under trays

Fail 12 Apr 2018 84,436 miles

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

sill covers fitted

under trays

Pass 18 Apr 2017 79,606 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 74,944 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 74,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 69,904 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 65,184 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 62,479 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 59,575 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 56,151 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 50,406 miles

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

handbrake travel

uneven wear both rear tyres

Pass 28 May 2009 41,663 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 31,136 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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HG05 WLU is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HG05 WLU, 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 HG05 WLU registered?

HG05 WLU is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is HG05 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 WLU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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