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NM02 LCT

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

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Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM02 LCT
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026
Pass 2 Nov 2024
Pass 1 Nov 2021 76,060 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2020 71,479 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 60,147 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 58,485 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 55,999 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2016 48,985 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 46,556 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 39,870 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2014 34,098 miles

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

Rear tyres slightly mishapen.

Pass 4 May 2013 25,926 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 24,657 miles

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

air bag warning lamp in/op

Fail 18 May 2012 24,657 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

air bag warning lamp in/op

Pass 20 May 2011 23,170 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 11 May 2010 21,199 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 19,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,384 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 15,064 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 12,374 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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NM02 LCT is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 NM02 LCT, 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 NM02 LCT registered?

NM02 LCT is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is NM02 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM02 LCT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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