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ML05 WHR

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

128,412 mi
Last recorded128,412 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 WHR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 128,412 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake slight binding

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 123,089 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 123,087 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2018 115,070 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 115,069 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sills both sides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 110,439 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake slightly binding

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

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2016 94,330 miles

child seat fitted in rear

Fail 11 Mar 2016 94,328 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

child seat fitted in rear

Pass 20 Mar 2015 87,302 miles

Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 16 May 2014 80,869 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 80,869 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 72,657 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Apr 2013 732,657 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2012 61,851 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2012 61,851 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 50,367 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 50,367 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 41,167 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 33,174 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 33,174 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 25,070 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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ML05 WHR is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 ML05 WHR, 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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ML05 WHR is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 16 April 2005.

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