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MV02 HSZ

2002 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,115 mi
Last recorded95,115 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 HSZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 95,115 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 95,115 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 87,713 miles

engine cover fitted

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2015 87,712 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine cover fitted

items removed from drivers view prior to test

offside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

under trays fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2014 78,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Aug 2014 78,209 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 64,565 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 64,565 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 54,453 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 50,599 miles

Both rear brake discs pitted.

Pass 31 Mar 2010 46,008 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 41,191 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 36,492 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 11 Apr 2007 31,290 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 26,465 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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MV02 HSZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MV02 HSZ, 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 MV02 HSZ registered?

MV02 HSZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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