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LF02 DHZ

2002 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

89,544 mi
Last recorded89,544 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 DHZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 89,544 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 89,544 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 9 May 2025 87,317 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 87,315 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 84,923 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 84,923 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 82,753 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 82,753 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 81,193 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 77,255 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 76,192 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 75,079 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 74,419 miles

vehicle presenter has been informed of any advisory items

Fail 5 Apr 2018 74,419 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded at outer sill (2.4.A.3)

vehicle presenter has been informed of any advisory items

Pass 10 Apr 2017 73,800 miles

Nearside Front brake binding - just acceptable

Nearside Front tyre inner side wall splitting

steering rack mounting bushes have slight play

Pass 8 Apr 2016 73,181 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Apr 2015 72,496 miles

High level stop lamp inoperative

Observations only - Both front and n/s/r inner wings have partial liners fitted. Floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Apr 2014 71,864 miles

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Floor pan covers fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 9 Apr 2013 71,133 miles

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Engine undershield fitted. Floor pan covers fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Apr 2012 70,584 miles

These are observations and do not require attention - Both front and n/s/r inner wings have partial liners fitted. Partial floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Apr 2011 69,985 miles

These are observations and do not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Fail 28 Mar 2011 69,974 miles

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

These are observations and do not require attention: Both front inner wings have partial liners fitted. Floor pan covers fitted. Engine undershield fitted.

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Apr 2010 69,529 miles

These are observations and do not require attention: Both front and n/s/r inner wings have partial liners fitted. Engine undershield fitted. Floor pan covers fitted.

Fail 14 Apr 2010 69,529 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

These are observations and do not require attention: Both front and n/s/r inner wings have partial liners fitted. Engine undershield fitted. Floor pan covers fitted.

Pass 6 Apr 2009 68,999 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 68,547 miles

o/s/f shock absorber damp

Pass 18 Apr 2007 67,866 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 67,866 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s front tyre has a small bulge

o/s front,o/s rear and n /s rear tyres have small cuts to the outer walls

Pass 2 Aug 2006 61,538 miles

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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LF02 DHZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 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 LF02 DHZ, 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 LF02 DHZ registered?

LF02 DHZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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