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MA52 VUU

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

82,132 mi
Last recorded82,132 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA52 VUU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 82,132 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 63,079 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is also DEVOID of tread on the inner shoulder ie BALD (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 20 May 2024 63,079 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows red light to the front (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows red light to the front (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is also DEVOID of tread on the inner shoulder ie BALD (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2023 49,410 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 49,406 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 46,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Oct 2022 46,068 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 39,274 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 39,274 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 39,274 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 34,247 miles

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

Nearside Rear subframe attachment bracket corroding

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

Offside Rear subframe attachment bracket corroding

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 28,228 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 26,483 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 25,150 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 22,977 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 21,452 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 19,578 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 17,163 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 14,476 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 10,871 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 7,695 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 4,512 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 4,234 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 3,575 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 3,088 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 2,670 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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MA52 VUU is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver 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 MA52 VUU, 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 MA52 VUU registered?

MA52 VUU is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 October 2002.

Is MA52 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA52 VUU shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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