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RF52 LFH

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

150,788 mi
Last recorded150,788 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 LFH
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 150,788 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 148,508 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly mistted (1.7.5a)

very slight leak round powersteering pump

Pass 29 Apr 2017 146,016 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 143,769 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 139,279 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 133,757 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 126,723 miles

o/s/f tyre bold on inner edge but not exposing ply or cords

Pass 16 Apr 2012 118,553 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 113,171 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 107,705 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 102,811 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 97,861 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 91,623 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 85,508 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 85,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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RF52 LFH is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RF52 LFH, 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 RF52 LFH registered?

RF52 LFH is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is RF52 LFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF52 LFH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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