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FJ52 KXL

2002 Lexus IS200 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

113,772 mi
Last recorded113,772 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS200 SE Auto62,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 KXL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE Auto
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 113,772 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2024 113,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Fog lamp not working

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 107,010 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front suspension components corroded

Nearside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Inner both sill has surface corrosion

Rear suspension components corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 99,433 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 1 Mar 2021 92,830 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and underbody components (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn and rear suspension arms (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 92,830 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and underbody components (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn and rear suspension arms (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 81,238 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cracked on the tread wall

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

Rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2018 70,367 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 70,364 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 67,223 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 63,921 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 60,427 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 57,718 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 54,692 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 51,207 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 48,825 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 46,398 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 43,399 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 40,130 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 37,522 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,622 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 24,484 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE Auto?

Based on 2,183 MOT tests across 317 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,910
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
317
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 127
position lamp(s) not working 71
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 39
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 35
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FJ52 KXL is a 2002 Lexus IS200 SE Auto in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS200 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 62,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ52 KXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FJ52 KXL is a 2002 Lexus IS200 SE Auto, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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