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KF05 TYP

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,245 mi
Last recorded121,245 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 TYP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 121,245 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 121,245 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 116,795 miles

(EML) ENGINE MALFUNCTION LIGHT ON.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 116,795 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

(EML) ENGINE MALFUNCTION LIGHT ON.

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 111,689 miles

(EML)ENGINE MALFUNCTION LIGHT ON

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 108,833 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 102,053 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 95,853 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 84,284 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 63,589 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 49,446 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 TYP is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TYP, 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 TYP registered?

KF05 TYP is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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