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MK52 RLV

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

76,797 mi
Last recorded76,797 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 RLV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 76,797 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 71,793 miles

Nearside Front Bottom ball joint boot leaking grease but preventing ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2021 71,793 miles

Nearside Front Bottom ball joint boot leaking grease but preventing ingress of dirt

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,131 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Fail 21 Oct 2020 68,131 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front fog light not working

Pass 24 Oct 2019 68,062 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 67,164 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 65,234 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 62,870 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 60,610 miles

Nearside Front Fog light inop

Pass 18 Nov 2014 58,293 miles

very slight leak from rear shocker

Pass 19 Nov 2013 55,761 miles

very slight leak from n/s/f shock absorber

Pass 5 Nov 2012 52,567 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 48,812 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 44,166 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 37,878 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 31,870 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 26,575 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 21,599 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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MK52 RLV is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MK52 RLV, 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 RLV?

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What year was MK52 RLV registered?

MK52 RLV is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 December 2002.

Is MK52 RLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK52 RLV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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