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RF02 CFY

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,834 mi
Last recorded89,834 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 CFY
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 89,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 89,834 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 89,355 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 86,522 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 86,499 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2018 83,397 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 80,491 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted.

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 76,177 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,704 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres worn smooth on inner edges

wet around both front lower ball joints

Pass 28 Apr 2014 68,543 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 65,230 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 61,579 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 57,194 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 51,749 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 46,977 miles

n/s/f fog light inop

o/s/r tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 13 May 2008 41,786 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 36,056 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 30,010 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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RF02 CFY is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RF02 CFY, 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 RF02 CFY registered?

RF02 CFY is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is RF02 CFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 CFY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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