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MJ02 ODU

2002 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

126,600 mi
Last recorded126,600 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ02 ODU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 126,600 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 126,600 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2017 112,539 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 106,637 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 106,637 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 98,509 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inside edge

Fail 16 Dec 2014 98,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres starting to wear on inside edge

power steering fluid low

Pass 5 Dec 2013 92,224 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 92,224 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 85,211 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 83,054 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 80,460 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 73,008 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 61,429 miles

slight bulge on the o/s/front outer tyre side wall.

Pass 24 Nov 2007 50,957 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 40,918 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 27,777 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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MJ02 ODU is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MJ02 ODU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ02 ODU registered?

MJ02 ODU is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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