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MK52 RFY

2002 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,997 mi
Last recorded95,997 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 RFY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 95,997 miles
Pass 18 May 2020
Pass 28 Jan 2019 87,194 miles

Front slight fluid leak from steering rack

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 83,984 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 77,016 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 71,354 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 65,503 miles

Nearside rear seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted at time of test

Fail 9 Jan 2014 60,407 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jan 2014 60,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jan 2013 54,328 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 49,723 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,494 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 38,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 32,237 miles

engine management light on

Fail 12 Jan 2010 32,237 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Jan 2009 29,191 miles

osf tyre cracking

osr tyre cracking

Pass 11 Sep 2007 25,758 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 24,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 24,126 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 20,987 miles

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

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

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

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

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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MK52 RFY is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 MK52 RFY, 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

How do I check the history of MK52 RFY?

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What year was MK52 RFY registered?

MK52 RFY is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is MK52 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 RFY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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