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MF05 XEK

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,222 mi
Last recorded156,222 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 XEK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2025 156,222 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 153,660 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 150,750 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 146,747 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 141,105 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 140,812 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 133,756 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 133,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 130,147 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 May 2017 127,782 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner mountings (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres wearing low at inner edges

Pass 22 May 2015 113,286 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 109,615 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 104,720 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)

Pass 12 May 2012 99,116 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 93,909 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 87,309 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 65,638 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 45,345 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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MF05 XEK is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MF05 XEK, 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 MF05 XEK registered?

MF05 XEK is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is MF05 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 XEK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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