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SM05 FRP

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,192 mi
Last recorded159,192 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM05 FRP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 159,192 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 159,148 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 159,066 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 159,021 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 149,868 miles

both front to rear brake pipes corroded

suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2022 142,047 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

offside rear brake disc inner side corroded

slight play in both rear suspension lower bushes

suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2021 133,936 miles

both rear tyres perishing and wearing slightly low

offside front to rear brake pipe corroded

slight oil leak

suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 25 May 2020 127,521 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 118,994 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

nearside rear lower rose bush slight play

offside rear lower rose bush slight play

Pass 23 Apr 2018 111,821 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in both rear suspension units

Pass 19 Apr 2017 101,687 miles

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on outer edges

offside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2016 91,902 miles

slight play in both sides rear lower suspension bushes

Pass 17 Apr 2015 82,416 miles

offside front to rear brake pipe slight corrosion

Pass 17 Apr 2014 71,763 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 63,666 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 56,311 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 46,591 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 39,436 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 31,733 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,570 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 24,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 FRP is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FRP, 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 FRP registered?

SM05 FRP is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 May 2005.

Is SM05 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM05 FRP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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