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SM05 EBV

2005 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

67,501 mi
Last recorded67,501 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 EBV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 67,501 miles

offside and nearside rear support panels corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2023 65,781 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 64,147 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 62,515 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 62,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 60,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 58,929 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 56,992 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 54,864 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 52,708 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 50,582 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,494 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 46,438 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 44,353 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 42,330 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 39,852 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 37,312 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 35,040 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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SM05 EBV is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SM05 EBV, 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 SM05 EBV registered?

SM05 EBV is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is SM05 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 EBV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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