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KF05 TYC

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

122,207 mi
Last recorded122,207 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 TYC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 122,207 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 118,314 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Apr 2019 109,732 miles

Offside Front Upper arm ball joint slight play.

Offside Front shock slight misting.

Pass 7 Apr 2018 103,486 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 96,771 miles

Front front shock absorbers have signs of leaking

Pass 14 Apr 2016 89,964 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 83,639 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 77,087 miles

UNABLE TO CHECK NEAR SIDE REAR SEAT BELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

Fail 2 Apr 2014 77,087 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

UNABLE TO CHECK NEAR SIDE REAR SEAT BELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT FITTED

Pass 9 Apr 2013 72,186 miles

advise n/s/f tyre nearly 0mm.

advise o/s/r tyre bald on edge.

slight loss of grease n/s/f lower ball joint.

slight misting both front shocks.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 66,707 miles

offside rear tyre reading 3mm

Pass 31 Mar 2011 61,677 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 55,569 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Mar 2009 48,199 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 38,868 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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KF05 TYC is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KF05 TYC, 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 KF05 TYC registered?

KF05 TYC is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is KF05 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF05 TYC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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