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FA52 WRK

2002 Lexus IS200

Gold Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,414 mi
Last recorded117,414 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 WRK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 117,414 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 112,688 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2014 112,688 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 102,795 miles

damage to off side rear and near side rear tyres on outer sidewalls

Fail 2 Sep 2013 102,795 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

damage to off side rear and near side rear tyres on outer sidewalls

Fail 3 Sep 2012

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

has slight damage to off side rear and near side rear outer side walls

Pass 3 Sep 2012

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

has slight damage to off side rear and near side rear outer side walls

Pass 16 Sep 2011 92,991 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges, recommend tracking checking and adjusting.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 88,565 miles

N/S/F brake very slight bind.

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 88,564 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F washer jet, not all 3 nozzels working.

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs heavily pitted, Recommend replacement.

Pass 4 Sep 2009 79,435 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 72,811 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 61,598 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 49,103 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn smooth on inside edge

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Spare tyre worn smooth on inside edge

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

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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FA52 WRK is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Gold with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FA52 WRK, 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 FA52 WRK registered?

FA52 WRK is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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