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LS02 VFP

2002 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

154,062 mi
Last recorded154,062 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 VFP
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 154,062 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 151,549 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 151,548 miles

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2023 147,112 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 142,567 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 136,692 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 131,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 127,918 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2019 127,915 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 117,204 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 106,858 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 103,330 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 92,612 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 92,612 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 82,425 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 74,153 miles

OSF tyre nail in tread

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Apr 2013 66,245 miles

N/S/R Tyre slightly out of shape inside edge

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 58,831 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)

Fail 28 Apr 2012 58,831 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 57,537 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 55,767 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 51,839 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 51,839 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 47,235 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 43,510 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 39,717 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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LS02 VFP is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 LS02 VFP, 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 LS02 VFP registered?

LS02 VFP is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 May 2002.

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