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YG05 FJX

2005 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

144,710 mi
Last recorded144,710 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS20073,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 FJX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 144,710 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 138,021 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 134,419 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 128,969 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 121,588 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 108,510 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Sep 2019 104,111 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 97,733 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 92,750 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 87,352 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 81,475 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 72,931 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 66,365 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 57,724 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 57,724 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 48,169 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 41,424 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,292 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 33,065 miles

n/s/f and rear tyres bald on edges,bridgestone fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2008 28,154 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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YG05 FJX is a 2005 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YG05 FJX, 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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What year was YG05 FJX registered?

YG05 FJX is a 2005 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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