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LX52 URJ

2002 Lexus IS300

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,821 mi
Last recorded88,821 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 URJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 88,821 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 88,821 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 82,303 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 82,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 78,976 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 75,698 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 72,631 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 69,263 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 66,483 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Dec 2009 61,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 61,653 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 57,679 miles

Petrol tank has a large dent in it advise replacement

windscreen has two stone chips in zone A less than 10mm

Pass 28 Nov 2007 52,625 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 47,678 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 40,558 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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LX52 URJ is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX52 URJ, 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 LX52 URJ registered?

LX52 URJ is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is LX52 URJ safe to buy?

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