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SW05 GVK

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,614 mi
Last recorded66,614 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 GVK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2011 66,614 miles

both front headlamps have light cracking(plastic lenses)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,807 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 29 May 2010 57,104 miles

front tyres edges wearing 215/45zr17

Pass 29 May 2009 51,402 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 46,391 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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SW05 GVK is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SW05 GVK, 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.

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How do I check the history of SW05 GVK?

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What year was SW05 GVK registered?

SW05 GVK is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is SW05 GVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW05 GVK shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW05 GVK have outstanding finance?

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