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RN54 VVB

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,842 mi
Last recorded77,842 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN54 VVB
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 77,842 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2026 77,699 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 76,816 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 73,820 miles

Rear o/s and n/s outer sills has surface corrosion

Pass 20 Oct 2020 72,848 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 70,277 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 67,978 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 65,070 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 62,262 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 58,645 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 7 Apr 2014 53,916 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 50,462 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,473 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 41,775 miles

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

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)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 35,342 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 28,616 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 23,484 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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RN54 VVB is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RN54 VVB, 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 RN54 VVB registered?

RN54 VVB is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is RN54 VVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN54 VVB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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