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EY02 MXJ

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,577 mi
Last recorded137,577 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 MXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 137,577 miles

n/s/f fog light inoperative

rear disc's poor condition

Fail 22 Mar 2021 137,577 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

n/s/f fog light inoperative

rear disc's poor condition

Pass 20 Mar 2020 133,949 miles

slight play in rear suspension arms

Fail 19 Mar 2020 133,948 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight play in rear suspension arms

Pass 22 Mar 2019 118,682 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2019 118,611 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 102,094 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 102,094 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 84,983 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 71,793 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 69,062 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2014 64,793 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 58,642 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 57,181 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 54,960 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2010 52,243 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2009 49,857 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 49,857 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 May 2008 47,188 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 43,349 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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EY02 MXJ 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 75%.

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 EY02 MXJ, 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 EY02 MXJ registered?

EY02 MXJ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 5 March 2002.

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