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NX02 VRV

2002 Lexus IS200

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2019
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,936 mi
Last recorded114,936 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX02 VRV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 114,936 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 114,535 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2017 114,535 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 112,065 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 108,988 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 108,977 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 105,585 miles

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

rear nearside and offside inner working face rusted

tapley used to test brakes due low front spoiler fitted

Fail 30 Oct 2014 105,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

rear nearside and offside inner working face rusted

tapley used to test brakes due low front spoiler fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2014 97,066 miles

all tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2013 79,671 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 79,671 miles

Nearside brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 74,972 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 72,988 miles

offside front wheel starting to bind

Pass 3 Apr 2010 66,910 miles

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)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing a groove on inner edges, recommend replacement sooner rather than later!

Pass 27 Mar 2009 56,791 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 47,259 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 47,259 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 43,536 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 40,461 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 32,765 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 32,765 miles

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

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

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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NX02 VRV is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NX02 VRV, 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 NX02 VRV registered?

NX02 VRV is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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