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J70 DWS

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,043 mi
Last recorded77,043 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ70 DWS
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 77,043 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 74,806 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 73,200 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 71,059 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 62,677 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2021 62,673 miles

Headlamp aim too low nearside front (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted to the nearside front and offside front. headlamp does not have a blurry projector lens (4.1.4 (c))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside rear outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 55,479 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 53,675 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 52,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/45x17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 51,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 215/45x17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 49,215 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 46,908 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 43,887 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 43,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,194 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2012 37,938 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 34,475 miles

both rear tyres worn unevenly on inner edges (215/45 ZR17)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 30,422 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 26,170 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 26,170 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)

Pass 28 May 2008 19,867 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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J70 DWS 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 J70 DWS, 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 J70 DWS registered?

J70 DWS is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is J70 DWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J70 DWS 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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