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EJ52 SWZ

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,263 mi
Last recorded102,263 miles
Recorded on28 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 SWZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 May 2023 102,263 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 101,002 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 100,590 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 94,914 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

Fail 6 Nov 2010 88,415 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 88,415 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 82,467 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 76,561 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 68,300 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 57,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 48,394 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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EJ52 SWZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EJ52 SWZ, 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 EJ52 SWZ registered?

EJ52 SWZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is EJ52 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ52 SWZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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