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HG02 EXM

2002 Lexus IS300

Green Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

128,451 mi
Last recorded128,451 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 EXM
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 128,451 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 126,008 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 126,005 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 123,719 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 123,719 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2022 116,311 miles

Both front tyres worn on the inside edges

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 116,309 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both front tyres worn on the inside edges

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 113,906 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 113,906 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 110,103 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 106,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 May 2018 106,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 May 2017 103,143 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Apr 2016 99,430 miles

Front undertray

Nearside Rear child seat

Offside Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 May 2015 93,878 miles

nearside rear tyre outer wall damage

Pass 23 Jul 2014 89,497 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 89,497 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 80,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jul 2012 74,254 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 66,121 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 58,935 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 51,810 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 43,986 miles

all tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,749 miles

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 26,438 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 26,148 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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HG02 EXM is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Green with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG02 EXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG02 EXM registered?

HG02 EXM is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is HG02 EXM safe to buy?

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