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LK52 AYL

2002 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

30,703 mi
Last recorded30,703 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 AYL
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 30,703 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2025 30,115 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 29,419 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 28,617 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 27,861 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 26,444 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 24,398 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 24,396 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2017 21,457 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 19,827 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 19,827 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 18,765 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 18,292 miles

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

o/s/rear tyre slightly perrished

Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,900 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 16,900 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 14,964 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 14,964 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 11,218 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 7,849 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 7,849 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 7,007 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,438 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,865 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 5,535 miles

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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LK52 AYL is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK52 AYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK52 AYL registered?

LK52 AYL is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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