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FJ52 TKK

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

147,149 mi
Last recorded147,149 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 TKK
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 147,149 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2020 147,149 miles

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

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 125,268 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer sill slightly damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2018 123,541 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear outer door sill damaged.

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON limit inner edge's (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 123,530 miles

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))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside rear outer door sill damaged.

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON limit inner edge's (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 121,695 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 121,695 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 114,964 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)

full undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2015 110,570 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine light is on

Fail 17 Oct 2015 110,570 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine light is on

Pass 7 Oct 2014 107,782 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2013 98,116 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 98,116 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 87,983 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 87,983 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 81,976 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 73,696 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 73,696 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 67,086 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 61,709 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 50,467 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 45,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FJ52 TKK is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FJ52 TKK, 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 FJ52 TKK registered?

FJ52 TKK is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 September 2002.

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