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MV02 XCZ

2002 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

151,373 mi
Last recorded151,373 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 XCZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 151,373 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 151,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective is not correct shake and is outwith the perametres of the test (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector seriously defective same as nearside outwith mot perameters (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaitor is loosing oil on lower part (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 147,300 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 142,491 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 134,979 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 134,977 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 129,720 miles

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

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)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 129,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 147,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 147,062 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 98,968 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2012 95,078 miles

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

Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 95,078 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2011 88,033 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 88,033 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 84,619 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 84,619 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 75,764 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 66,662 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 57,999 miles

Interior mirror loose

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Jan 2008 57,999 miles

Interior mirror loose

Oil leak from engine

Pass 24 Jan 2007 49,798 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 42,575 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 42,575 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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MV02 XCZ is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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 MV02 XCZ, 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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What year was MV02 XCZ registered?

MV02 XCZ is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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