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MA52 VVG

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,060 mi
Last recorded118,060 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 118,060 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 112,654 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 112,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 104,863 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 96,298 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2015 96,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 86,498 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 76,492 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 64,858 miles

offside front lower ball joint has slight weapage of grease

Pass 22 Sep 2011 57,206 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 50,286 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 44,515 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 39,373 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 34,295 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 27,565 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 19,395 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 VVG is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VVG, 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 VVG registered?

MA52 VVG is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 2 October 2002.

Is MA52 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA52 VVG 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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