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S55 ULU

2004 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,202 mi
Last recorded91,202 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS20071,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 ULU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 91,202 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 88,260 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 85,782 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 2 Feb 2017 85,779 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 82,790 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 78,933 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 75,210 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 72,374 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 69,623 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Nov 2010 66,974 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 66,974 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 62,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 55,781 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 50,659 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 44,313 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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S55 ULU is a 2004 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S55 ULU, 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 S55 ULU registered?

S55 ULU is a 2004 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is S55 ULU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 ULU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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