CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU52 MWF

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

138,035 mi
Last recorded138,035 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 MWF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 138,035 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 131,889 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 124,950 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 119,931 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 114,278 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 107,197 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 100,088 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 92,258 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 84,387 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 76,931 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 76,931 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 69,984 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 66,550 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 66,259 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 65,410 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 63,491 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 63,491 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 60,241 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 56,427 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 56,427 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2009 52,686 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 46,828 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 42,904 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
Full Lexus IS200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU52 MWF is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 MWF, 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 BU52 MWF?

You can check the full history of BU52 MWF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU52 MWF registered?

BU52 MWF is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is BU52 MWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 MWF shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU52 MWF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU52 MWF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.