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MM52 DOH

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

149,118 mi
Last recorded149,118 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM52 DOH
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2020 149,118 miles

Emissions not tested Large hole in rear section (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible L.e.d bulb kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible L.e.d bulb kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy Non standard tail section fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 140,845 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 140,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2018 134,682 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (3.1.9)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake pads appear to be incorrectly fitted

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

recommend a full brake inspection

Fail 3 May 2018 134,674 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (3.1.9)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake pads appear to be incorrectly fitted

Offside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive back plate (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

recommend a full brake inspection

Pass 21 Apr 2017 126,210 miles

Nearside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion subframe corroded. (6.1.B.2)

Rear both rear brake back plates corroded.

Fail 19 Apr 2017 126,210 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill. (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings subframe brace holed. (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion subframe corroded. (6.1.B.2)

Rear both rear brake back plates corroded.

Pass 18 Apr 2016 124,148 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside wall starting to crack & going flat (4.1.E.1)

general underbody rusting

Pass 5 May 2015 120,122 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 114,092 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 104,325 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2012 96,861 miles

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)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 88,720 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 88,720 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 82,673 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 20 Mar 2009 75,621 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 68,244 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 68,244 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 52,404 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 41,222 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 39,643 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 39,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MM52 DOH is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MM52 DOH, 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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MM52 DOH is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 November 2002.

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