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OV02 WUC

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,312 mi
Last recorded99,312 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV02 WUC
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 99,312 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 87,785 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 86,392 miles

Offside Front brake dust plate loose

Pass 2 Mar 2016 84,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2016 84,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 824,486 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 80,435 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 77,201 miles

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

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

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

rear brake inbalance

Pass 31 Aug 2011 75,604 miles

nsr brake disc rusty

Pass 31 Aug 2010 73,308 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 73,308 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 70,144 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 67,195 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 64,043 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 61,974 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 61,974 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 13 May 2006 44,517 miles

advice slight front brake disc judder

Pass 30 Apr 2005 30,891 miles

N/S rear seatbelt marked, starting to fray,also headlight aims just in aline.

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)

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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OV02 WUC is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OV02 WUC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV02 WUC registered?

OV02 WUC is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is OV02 WUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV02 WUC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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