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MK05 HWW

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

141,620 mi
Last recorded141,620 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 HWW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 141,620 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 141,620 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded within prescribed area , rear axle mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 136,258 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 131,272 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre, has side wall damage, and showing wear on inner shoulder.

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 2 Jan 2018 131,272 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre, has side wall damage, and showing wear on inner shoulder.

Nearside Front Wheel has slight bind.

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 127,099 miles

A lot of surface rust under vehicle.

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Engine cover and under tray fitted.

Nearside Front Tyre has side wall damage, no ply`s showing.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Dec 2015 122,635 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 122,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 114,194 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 103,828 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 94,561 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 79,309 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 67,913 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 2 Sep 2010 67,849 miles

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

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

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 22 Sep 2009 54,174 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 48,321 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 36,649 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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MK05 HWW is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 MK05 HWW, 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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MK05 HWW is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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