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RA54 OWU

2004 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,239 mi
Last recorded129,239 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 OWU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 129,239 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 125,030 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 120,384 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 120,339 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2154517 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit + deteriorated 215-45-17 (4.1.E.1)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both fronts (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 113,145 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 107,597 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 101,755 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2013 96,326 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 96,326 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 92,344 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 87,924 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 79,113 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 67,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 67,610 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,322 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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RA54 OWU is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 71,297 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 RA54 OWU, 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 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA54 OWU registered?

RA54 OWU is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is RA54 OWU safe to buy?

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