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RX02 BRV

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

130,763 mi
Last recorded130,763 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 BRV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 130,763 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 184,755 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 175,391 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 175,391 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 151,317 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 132,151 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 115,476 miles

rear brake discs faces showing some wear

Pass 9 Jan 2008 97,419 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 71,313 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 56,819 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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RX02 BRV is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RX02 BRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX02 BRV registered?

RX02 BRV is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is RX02 BRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 BRV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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