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DK02 LHT

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

138,617 mi
Last recorded138,617 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 LHT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 138,617 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 138,539 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 137,676 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 134,914 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 134,913 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 132,267 miles

Nearside Rear Sill corroded but not affecting the strength of the vehicle

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 129,320 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 125,836 miles

corrosion to both outer sills

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Feb 2015 120,897 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 113,294 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 105,183 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 98,580 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 88,807 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 88,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 78,821 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 70,306 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inner edges due changing

Fail 1 Feb 2008 60,297 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 60,297 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 53,456 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 43,655 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side rear tyre cut in inner sidewall

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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DK02 LHT is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DK02 LHT, 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 DK02 LHT registered?

DK02 LHT is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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