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MK05 HFW

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

63,126 mi
Last recorded63,126 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 HFW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 63,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 57,356 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 54,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 52,461 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 47,478 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 41,567 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 35,295 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 28,676 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,657 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 4,887 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 4,849 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 4,759 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 4,614 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 4,597 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.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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MK05 HFW 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 93.3%.

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 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 MK05 HFW, 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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What year was MK05 HFW registered?

MK05 HFW is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MK05 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 HFW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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