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BW52 TSU

2002 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,075 mi
Last recorded85,075 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 TSU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 85,075 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2025 85,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 79,121 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamps may require attention

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 79,121 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamps may require attention

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cuts to sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 74,069 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 68,236 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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BW52 TSU is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW52 TSU, 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 BW52 TSU registered?

BW52 TSU is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 December 2002.

Is BW52 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 TSU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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