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RN02 MXJ

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

165,625 mi
Last recorded165,625 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN02 MXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2023 165,625 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 159,709 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dulled (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 151,738 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 141,828 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 134,839 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 134,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 129,892 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 123,901 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 116,931 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 110,578 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 105,843 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 100,590 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 95,575 miles

Both front tyres worn at inner edge.

Front brake discs worn.

Pass 25 May 2010 90,374 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 84,912 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 79,383 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 71,077 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 63,521 miles

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

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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RN02 MXJ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RN02 MXJ, 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 RN02 MXJ registered?

RN02 MXJ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 14 July 2002.

Is RN02 MXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN02 MXJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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