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MD51 RCF

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,274 mi
Last recorded116,274 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD51 RCF
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 116,274 miles

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

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

engine light on dash.

Pass 23 Apr 2016 106,619 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges / n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 23 Apr 2016 106,619 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres worn on inner edges / n/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Apr 2015 100,152 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 95,552 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 91,299 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 91,299 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 87,093 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 87,093 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 82,152 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 77,717 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 73,626 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 69,275 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 64,475 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 58,894 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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MD51 RCF is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MD51 RCF, 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 MD51 RCF registered?

MD51 RCF is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 11 February 2002.

Is MD51 RCF safe to buy?

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