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RE52 BBU

2002 Lexus IS200

Gold Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,941 mi
Last recorded109,941 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 BBU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 109,941 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 109,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 109,863 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 100,533 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 87,559 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 87,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 72,999 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 60,512 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 52,482 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 39,515 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 26,248 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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RE52 BBU is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Gold with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RE52 BBU, 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 RE52 BBU registered?

RE52 BBU is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is RE52 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE52 BBU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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