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MJ52 FWD

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,877 mi
Last recorded171,877 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 FWD
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 171,877 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 155,934 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2016 155,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 141,065 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 125,829 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 4 Jul 2013 112,578 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 99,099 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 99,099 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 84,873 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 73,810 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 56,011 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 56,011 miles

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,985 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 34,316 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,796 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 23,796 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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MJ52 FWD is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MJ52 FWD, 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 MJ52 FWD registered?

MJ52 FWD is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is MJ52 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 FWD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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