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GN52 BNL

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

205,013 mi
Last recorded205,013 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN52 BNL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2016 205,013 miles

Corrosion to exhaust

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

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 26 Oct 2015 199,509 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Handbrake travel

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 191,690 miles

Condition of wiper blades

Handbrake travel

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 181,913 miles

Condition of exhaust

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Wear to front tyres

Pass 7 Aug 2012 164,382 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 97,065 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 97,065 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 93,136 miles

Nearside rear tyre as side wall damage but no cords showing

Pass 23 Jul 2009 88,526 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 78,695 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 124,778 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 113,304 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 113,304 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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GN52 BNL is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GN52 BNL, 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 GN52 BNL registered?

GN52 BNL is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is GN52 BNL safe to buy?

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