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NU05 WTC

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

105,108 mi
Last recorded105,108 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 WTC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 105,108 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 104,661 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 102,467 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 99,108 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 97,210 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 95,296 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 91,558 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 91,558 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 85,627 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 79,833 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 71,979 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 71,979 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 4 May 2016 65,198 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 60,943 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2014 55,936 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 50,419 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 45,574 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2012 45,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2011 39,781 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 34,025 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 29,645 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 21,432 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges / outer walls cut

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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NU05 WTC is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NU05 WTC, 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 NU05 WTC registered?

NU05 WTC is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is NU05 WTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 WTC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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