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MM51 LXR

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

125,014 mi
Last recorded125,014 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 LXR
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 125,014 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 124,201 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 119,552 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 118,187 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 114,536 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 112,924 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 108,419 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 108,419 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 104,382 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 102,516 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 101,842 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

all tyres side walls cracking

Pass 12 Jun 2014 100,880 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 97,960 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 93,628 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 89,902 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 84,037 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 81,202 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 78,562 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 71,265 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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MM51 LXR is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MM51 LXR, 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 MM51 LXR registered?

MM51 LXR is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 9 February 2002.

Is MM51 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM51 LXR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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