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MF55 BDY

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

105,406 mi
Last recorded105,406 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 BDY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 105,406 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 100,862 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 96,622 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 96,612 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 94,064 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 92,273 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 88,683 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking to inner side walls

Pass 31 Jan 2014 80,962 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 70,170 miles

Brake discs rusty through lack of use.

Fail 13 Feb 2013 70,170 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake discs rusty through lack of use.

Pass 1 Nov 2011 60,724 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 60,720 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 51,599 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 44,460 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 30,873 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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MF55 BDY is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF55 BDY, 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 MF55 BDY registered?

MF55 BDY is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is MF55 BDY safe to buy?

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