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LX52 CXG

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

125,766 mi
Last recorded125,766 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 CXG
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 125,766 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front fog lights dim

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 May 2019 125,626 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pedal spongy

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front fog lights dim

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2018 113,922 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2018 113,921 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 100,788 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2017 100,787 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2016 100,058 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 96,568 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 93,297 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 89,692 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 86,447 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 77,671 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 65,927 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 65,927 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 58,512 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 50,760 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 43,769 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Fail 4 Oct 2007 43,769 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/f tyre worn on edge

Pass 6 Oct 2006 37,378 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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LX52 CXG is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LX52 CXG, 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 LX52 CXG registered?

LX52 CXG is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 12 September 2002.

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