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LB05 TVJ

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

91,755 mi
Last recorded91,755 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB05 TVJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 91,755 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 88,212 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 85,724 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 82,751 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 79,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 76,192 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 72,417 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 68,792 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 64,443 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 63,830 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 62,849 miles

Rear pads worn

Pass 23 Jun 2015 62,164 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 61,903 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 61,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 60,452 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 52,109 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 25 Jun 2012 52,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,320 miles

front & rear pads worn

Pass 17 Jun 2010 37,056 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2009 29,298 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 23,368 miles

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

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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LB05 TVJ 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 90.5%.

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 LB05 TVJ, 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 LB05 TVJ registered?

LB05 TVJ is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is LB05 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB05 TVJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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