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RY04 WMP

2004 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

131,011 mi
Last recorded131,011 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY04 WMP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 131,011 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 131,011 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2025 130,990 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 128,817 miles

Both front headlights cloudy.

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall. 215/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall. 215/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2022 120,722 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2022 120,722 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both sides (need polish) (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 114,789 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 24 May 2021 114,789 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 110,093 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 101,755 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 101,755 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (need polish) (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 96,702 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 88,284 miles

front tyres wearing low on the inside edge

Pass 20 Sep 2016 81,206 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 70,138 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 58,163 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 58,133 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 51,350 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 47,407 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 43,885 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 39,295 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 33,211 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 28,951 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 28,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,534 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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RY04 WMP is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 RY04 WMP, 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 RY04 WMP registered?

RY04 WMP is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 18 June 2004.

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