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BV02 FFJ

2002 Lexus IS200

Gold Gas bi-fuel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,873 mi
Last recorded71,873 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 FFJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 71,873 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 71,873 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed offside+nearside (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2015 68,917 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 65,419 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 60,959 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 55,685 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 49,599 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 46,301 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 43,335 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges-215/45zr17

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Jan 2008 39,143 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 33,453 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2006 29,535 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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BV02 FFJ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Gold with a 1,988cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BV02 FFJ, 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.

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What year was BV02 FFJ registered?

BV02 FFJ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is BV02 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV02 FFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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