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GF52 XAO

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

156,956 mi
Last recorded156,956 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 XAO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 156,956 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 148,723 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 131,869 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 113,916 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 113,800 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 103,558 miles

fluid around nearside front brake caliper

Pass 7 Nov 2015 98,411 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 91,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2014 91,003 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 83,430 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2012 76,214 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 69,392 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,392 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 61,893 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 61,893 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 52,168 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 45,695 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 38,803 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 30,102 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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GF52 XAO is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF52 XAO, 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 GF52 XAO registered?

GF52 XAO is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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