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MJ54 EJZ

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

106,263 mi
Last recorded106,263 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 EJZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 106,263 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 104,273 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 104,272 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 100,131 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 97,310 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 97,309 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER WALL SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened INNER FACE CORRODED BRAKING ON 30% OF DISC (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2020 95,470 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 89,105 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING INNER TREAD

Pass 30 Dec 2017 82,625 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2017 82,625 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2016 77,784 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 67,116 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 56,273 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 45,557 miles

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

all four tyres low but legal

Pass 11 Jan 2013 36,300 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 36,300 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 27,540 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 27,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 22,794 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 20,856 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 19,053 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 16,672 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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MJ54 EJZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ54 EJZ, 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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MJ54 EJZ is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 January 2005.

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