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ML02 JPF

2002 Lexus IS300

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

108,941 mi
Last recorded108,941 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 JPF
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 108,941 miles

slight power steering fluid leak

Pass 24 May 2018 103,206 miles

corrosion on suspension units x rear sub frame mounts / engine x under covers fitted

slight split on rear box pipe of exhaust / front arm bushes splitting

Pass 5 Jun 2017 97,302 miles

slight bind on n/s/f wheel / engine x under covers fitted / corrosion on suspension units / rear exhaust pipe to box slight blow

Pass 23 Jun 2016 92,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre deteriated

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 92,466 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre deteriated

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 92,464 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 90,825 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 87,757 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 82,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

both front tyres worn on both edges

o/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 18 May 2011
Pass 7 May 2010 65,152 miles

FRONT INNER PADS NOT VISABLE

REAR PADS NOT VISABLE

Pass 8 May 2009 61,980 miles

both front brakes have slight binding

Pass 8 May 2008 58,201 miles

both front tyres low on inner tread edges

Pass 16 May 2007 52,747 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 45,138 miles

oil leak from round oil filter area. poss just had service

rear wiper slightly split

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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ML02 JPF is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML02 JPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML02 JPF is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 7 June 2002.

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