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LT52 LHU

2002 Lexus IS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,650 mi
Last recorded147,650 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT52 LHU
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 147,650 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 136,757 miles

wear in steering column lower bush

Pass 16 Sep 2017 126,272 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

n/s rear flexy brake hose starting to rub on coil spring

Fail 16 Sep 2017 126,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

n/s rear flexy brake hose starting to rub on coil spring

Pass 17 Sep 2016 116,031 miles

n/s rear brake hose starting to rub on suspension leg

Pass 11 Sep 2015 108,437 miles

e.m.l light on

Fail 27 Sep 2014 102,002 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 102,002 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 94,424 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s front tyre cut in outer side wall but no cords showing,worn on outer edge.

Pass 5 Oct 2012 85,356 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 77,867 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 70,465 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 63,253 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 54,792 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 46,597 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 38,442 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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LT52 LHU is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LT52 LHU, 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 LT52 LHU registered?

LT52 LHU is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is LT52 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT52 LHU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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