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FD51 RJX

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

162,716 mi
Last recorded162,716 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 RJX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 162,716 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 147,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear subframe corroded and associated mountings

Pass 22 Oct 2015 135,563 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

high level brake light disconnected

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 123,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

screw in offside rear tyre

Fail 10 Nov 2014 123,741 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2013 118,252 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 24 Oct 2013 118,252 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 107,794 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 107,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 99,735 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 99,726 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 96,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 92,728 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 92,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 89,226 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2007 80,341 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 64,562 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 59,849 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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FD51 RJX is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FD51 RJX, 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 FD51 RJX registered?

FD51 RJX is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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