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RF52 SUU

2002 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

167,484 mi
Last recorded167,484 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS30084,009 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 SUU
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 167,484 miles

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

nsf shock damp

Fail 26 Jul 2017 167,457 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016

Dash faulty

nearside front shock absorber damp

Fail 26 Jul 2016

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Dash faulty

nearside front shock absorber damp

Pass 22 May 2015 147,806 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 140,839 miles

front discs and pads worn

near side fornt shocker damp

rear exhaust corroded

screen chipped

wipers in poor condition

Pass 6 Jun 2013 132,638 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 132,638 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

rear head lamp self-leverling bracket broken

rear pads obsecured by calipers

Pass 15 Feb 2012 118,949 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 106,822 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009
Pass 19 Dec 2008 76,607 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 76,607 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 63,928 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 62,736 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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RF52 SUU is a 2002 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 84,009 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 IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF52 SUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF52 SUU registered?

RF52 SUU is a 2002 Lexus IS300, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is RF52 SUU safe to buy?

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