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HF02 NJX

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

153,828 mi
Last recorded153,828 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 NJX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 153,828 miles

FRONT BRAKES NOISE

Front OF CAR LOWERD

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 153,720 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

FRONT BRAKES NOISE

Front OF CAR LOWERD

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 146,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front coil spring seated incorrectly

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 140,804 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 118,387 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 113,105 miles

Both rear outer sills have corrosion, does not form any structural part within 30cm of suspension or chassis

n/s/r shock absorber is starting to leak fluid

power steering rack has a slight oil leak from the pinion seal

Fail 3 Feb 2021 113,105 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear outer sills have corrosion, does not form any structural part within 30cm of suspension or chassis

n/s/r shock absorber is starting to leak fluid

power steering rack has a slight oil leak from the pinion seal

Pass 28 Jan 2020 111,989 miles

both front headlamp patterns are poor, both lens's will need attention next year

Pass 29 Jan 2019 108,421 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 105,401 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 104,305 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 101,890 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 96,602 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 86,503 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 78,007 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 68,906 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 59,509 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 50,775 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 50,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 44,436 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 37,425 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 30,987 miles

front discs and pads worn

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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HF02 NJX is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 HF02 NJX, 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 HF02 NJX registered?

HF02 NJX is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is HF02 NJX safe to buy?

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