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SV05 BKX

2005 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,556 mi
Last recorded140,556 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 BKX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 140,556 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 127,760 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 129,640 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 114,225 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 101,410 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2011 101,406 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 66,802 miles

Advise front brake imbalance across the front axle close to limits

Pass 19 May 2008 26,365 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (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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SV05 BKX is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SV05 BKX, 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 SV05 BKX registered?

SV05 BKX is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is SV05 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 BKX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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