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LA05 CAO

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

76,642 mi
Last recorded76,642 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA05 CAO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 76,642 miles

corrosion to sills at rear.

Pass 21 Sep 2024 73,408 miles

heavy corrosion to sills at rear.

Pass 30 Sep 2023 70,684 miles

heavy corrosion to sills at rear.

Pass 1 Oct 2022 68,630 miles

corrosion to sills at rear.

Pass 2 Oct 2021 64,036 miles

corrosion to outer sills at rear

Pass 7 Sep 2019 60,654 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 56,341 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 52,324 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

offside rear tyre driven flat (sidewall damage)

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2016 51,117 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 51,117 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 47,486 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 17 Jul 2015 47,486 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2014 44,950 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jul 2014 44,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,973 miles

leak from washer resevoir

Pass 12 Jul 2012 36,158 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,069 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 27,273 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 21,429 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 21,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 15,650 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)

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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LA05 CAO is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LA05 CAO, 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

How do I check the history of LA05 CAO?

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What year was LA05 CAO registered?

LA05 CAO is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is LA05 CAO safe to buy?

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