Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Lexus Is200?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Lexus Is200?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Lexus Is200?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Lexus Is200 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Lexus Is200 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2006 Lexus Is200 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Lexus Is200?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Lexus Is200 are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (74.5% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (73.9% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Lexus Is200?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Lexus Is200 (2006)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.2% first-time pass rate

2006 Lexus Is200

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2006 Lexus Is200. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Lexus IS200 passes its MOT at 81.2%, just marginally above the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that 36.4% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—nearly double the typical rate. This is a significant reliability red flag for buyers considering this nearly 20-year-old model.

These cars are running at a sensible 94,700 miles on average, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're averaging 2.78 failures and 14.8 advisories per test, suggesting age-related wear is catching up fast. Before committing to one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the brake and suspension systems, where dangerous faults are most likely to hide.

We have limited data for the 2006 Lexus Is200 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

81.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.78

Over 13.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

96k

Middle half: 82k–112k

For context

These stats describe 110 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 110 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 74.5%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 46.5%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Oil leak, but not excessive

Brake wear 45.2%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 34%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Lexus Is200

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (88%)	97	81.1%	2.92

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Lexus Is200 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

96,450

typical

82,132

low mileage

111,510

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Lexus Is200 vehicles fall between 82,132 and 111,510 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 82,132 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 82,132–111,510 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Lexus Is200s sit.

⚠ Over 150,538 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Lexus Is200 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 14% of 2006 Lexus Is200s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (14% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.78

Avg failures per vehicle

14.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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