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RJ52 DXV

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

130,913 mi
Last recorded130,913 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ52 DXV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 130,913 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 128,111 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 128,111 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 125,756 miles

Offside rear tyre is slightly perished.

Pass 1 Oct 2022 124,102 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 121,626 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 118,680 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 113,831 miles

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 108,934 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 103,797 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 96,993 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

all tyres cracked and perished

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 12 Oct 2015 91,259 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted.

Fail 12 Oct 2015 91,259 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers and under-trays fitted.

Pass 13 Oct 2014 86,194 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 81,407 miles

Undershields covering brake/fuel lines.

Pass 15 Oct 2012 77,411 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 72,830 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 66,569 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 60,816 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 55,560 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 47,647 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,127 miles

ENGINE BELLY PAN FITTED

Pass 10 Oct 2005 29,039 miles

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

Windscreen wipers smearing screen.

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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RJ52 DXV is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 RJ52 DXV, 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 RJ52 DXV registered?

RJ52 DXV is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 October 2002.

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