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GV02 VKR

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

316,989 mi
Last recorded316,989 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 VKR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 316,989 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

undertrays fitted obscuring some componets

windscreen chipped

Pass 29 Jun 2016 302,656 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 288,745 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nearside and offside rear back plates corroded

nearside front brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Jul 2014 271,472 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 271,470 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 253,992 miles

advise corrosion starting in exhaust system

Pass 16 Jul 2012 236,988 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 236,988 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 220,766 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 205,852 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 186,853 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 161,596 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 133,445 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 133,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2006 106,441 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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GV02 VKR is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV02 VKR, 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 GV02 VKR registered?

GV02 VKR is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 July 2002.

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