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FB02 NFM

2002 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

255,143 mi
Last recorded255,143 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 NFM
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2021 255,143 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 254,307 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 253,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 253,510 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 243,403 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 243,365 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 219,468 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 186,021 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 164,220 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 156,440 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

The engine management light is illuminated idicating a fault.

The near side rear tyre is wearing low in places.

The off side and near side front wishbone mounting bushes are deteriorated.

The windscreen has a small crack at the near side which is outside the swept area so customer advice only.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 148,737 miles

Both front tyres have some adverse wear around the inner edges of the tread. We would recommend front wheel alignment check and adjust if required.

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

The off side and near side front lower suspension arms have mounting bushes that are starting to deteriorate.

There is some slight damage on the near side section of the windscreen which is outside the swept area so customer advice only.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2012 143,386 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 143,294 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 133,292 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 127,001 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 103,710 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 103,710 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 82,336 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 82,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Drivers side front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2006 61,712 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 55,330 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wear to front discs

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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FB02 NFM is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB02 NFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FB02 NFM is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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