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MD55 OXE

2006 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

225,037 mi
Last recorded225,037 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS20094,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 OXE
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 225,037 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under trays fitted (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame, under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 220,845 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 220,678 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 216,910 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 216,899 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2020 214,476 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front, bushes starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine and vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

sill covers fitted, unable to check fully

Fail 7 Aug 2020 214,459 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front, bushes starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine and vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

sill covers fitted, unable to check fully

Pass 24 Jul 2019 206,744 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 206,744 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 174,264 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts and both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both fronts (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

Pass 23 Aug 2017 134,968 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

vehicle under trays fitted, obscuring some under side components

Pass 5 Aug 2016 108,884 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 106,145 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 106,145 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 101,766 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 101,745 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

EML lamp is on

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nsf & osf tyres have wall damage

Pass 27 Jun 2013 98,422 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre outter side wall slight damage

Pass 3 Jul 2012 93,200 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 88,433 miles

both rear tyres are low to 2mm

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 1 Jul 2010 82,809 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 82,809 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 75,134 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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MD55 OXE is a 2006 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 94,216 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MD55 OXE, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MD55 OXE registered?

MD55 OXE is a 2006 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 February 2006.

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