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BU52 MKF

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

56,946 mi
Last recorded56,946 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 MKF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 56,946 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2026 56,946 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 56,610 miles

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

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 56,148 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 55,565 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 54,980 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 54,452 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2021 54,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 53,852 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 53,007 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 51,481 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 6 Apr 2017 50,047 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,476 miles

both front tyres cracked and perished on side walls

Fail 19 Apr 2016 47,476 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres cracked and perished on side walls

Fail 30 Apr 2015 45,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre perished on sidewalls

Pass 30 Apr 2015 45,343 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre perished on sidewalls

Pass 7 Apr 2014 43,008 miles

nearside front and nearside rear tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 10 Apr 2013 40,869 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 38,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,957 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 69,283 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 31,918 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 31,918 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 28,762 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,895 miles

n/s front tyre feathered on inner edge and wearing low

o/s front feathering

rear tyres feathering and cracking in tread

Pass 9 Sep 2006 21,077 miles

front tyres feathered and o/s close to limit

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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BU52 MKF is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 BU52 MKF, 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

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What year was BU52 MKF registered?

BU52 MKF is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 MKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 MKF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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