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BN51 WMW

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

45,535 mi
Last recorded45,535 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 WMW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Dec 2025 45,535 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 42,887 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 40,933 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 39,264 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 36,679 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 34,989 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 33,237 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 31,913 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 30,747 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 28,857 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 27,462 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 26,020 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 24,560 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 17 Dec 2012 22,822 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 21,230 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,360 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 17,460 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 15,500 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 13,153 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 11,684 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 9,527 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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BN51 WMW is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 82,398 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 BN51 WMW, 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 24 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN51 WMW?

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What year was BN51 WMW registered?

BN51 WMW is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is BN51 WMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 WMW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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