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GJ52 XEF

2002 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

113,048 mi
Last recorded113,048 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 XEF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 113,048 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 105,973 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 105,951 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 105,943 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 3 May 2019 105,918 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear number plate lights not working (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc's corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc's corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 105,275 miles

eml on

Pass 29 Sep 2016 96,222 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Sep 2016 96,222 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 87,924 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 87,924 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 78,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 13 Oct 2014 78,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Oct 2013 75,008 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 73,848 miles

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

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut

rear discs pitted

Pass 26 May 2011 73,777 miles

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

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut

o/s/f tyre wearing uneven inner edge

rear discs worn and pitted

Fail 25 May 2011 73,777 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

n/s/f tyre outer wall cut

o/s/f tyre wearing uneven inner edge

rear discs worn and pitted

Pass 26 May 2010 62,198 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 48,348 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 33,315 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front wiper blade split.

Pass 6 Sep 2006 28,259 miles

nail in offside rear tyre.

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 XEF is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 XEF, 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 XEF registered?

GJ52 XEF is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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