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ML02 USX

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,093 mi
Last recorded145,093 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 USX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 145,093 miles

both rear sills rotten

o/s/r sub-frame support rotten

Pass 13 Jun 2018 131,663 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 131,660 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 119,776 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 107,301 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 100,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 92,534 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 76,154 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 76,153 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 64,830 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 58,084 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 55,253 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 51,008 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 51,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 46,761 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 41,606 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 35,101 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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ML02 USX is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ML02 USX, 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.

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What year was ML02 USX registered?

ML02 USX is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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