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RY05 YYR

2005 Lexus IS200 SE

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,267 mi
Last recorded87,267 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS200 SE68,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 YYR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 87,267 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 87,267 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 80,374 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 74,100 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 69,170 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 64,620 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 59,785 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 56,226 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 53,481 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 50,862 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 50,862 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,228 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 30,647 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)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 30,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 24,175 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 24,175 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2008 17,513 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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RY05 YYR is a 2005 Lexus IS200 SE in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 68,750 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY05 YYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY05 YYR registered?

RY05 YYR is a 2005 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is RY05 YYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 YYR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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