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C8 RSC

2004 Lexus IS200 SE

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,997 mi
Last recorded139,997 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus IS200 SE57,718 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 RSC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 139,997 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 139,279 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 138,515 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2023 137,603 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 135,970 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 135,958 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 135,306 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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C8 RSC is a 2004 Lexus IS200 SE in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 57,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 RSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C8 RSC registered?

C8 RSC is a 2004 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 20 October 2004.

Is C8 RSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 RSC shows 7 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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