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GJ52 UPR

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,001 mi
Last recorded145,001 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 UPR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 145,001 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 139,224 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 139,223 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 136,244 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 136,242 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 133,078 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 130,233 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 127,764 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 124,071 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 120,199 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 120,199 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 116,827 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 112,517 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 107,854 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 107,765 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 103,788 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 103,788 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 97,398 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 84,413 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 70,464 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 70,464 miles

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

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

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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GJ52 UPR is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GJ52 UPR, 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 GJ52 UPR registered?

GJ52 UPR is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 6 September 2002.

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The MOT history for GJ52 UPR shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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