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MH02 FLC

2002 Lexus IS200

Green Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,007 mi
Last recorded172,007 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH02 FLC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 172,007 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 172,004 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected near rear subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 168,621 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 168,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 163,805 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 160,257 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 157,349 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 153,903 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded but not holed

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

rear subframe and components corroding

under trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 20 Feb 2019 149,828 miles

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded but not holed

under body components corroded

Fail 20 Feb 2019 149,828 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer sill corroded but not holed

under body components corroded

Bonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 144,917 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 139,119 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 132,575 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

both rear discs pitted

Fail 25 Feb 2015 127,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 127,372 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 121,427 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 116,252 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 116,220 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 110,149 miles

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

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Mar 2011 103,937 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 96,925 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 88,607 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 76,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2008 76,848 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 65,420 miles

all tyres bably worn on edges

Pass 27 Feb 2006 51,197 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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MH02 FLC is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Green with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MH02 FLC, 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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MH02 FLC is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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