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RX02 CSU

2002 Lexus IS200

Beige Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,272 mi
Last recorded135,272 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX02 CSU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 135,272 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 135,272 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 117,357 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 117,357 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 98,013 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 83,702 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 75,138 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 75,138 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 69,879 miles

Front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Feb 2011 64,305 miles

Front brake discs worn

Fail 7 Feb 2011 64,305 miles

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

Front brake discs worn

Pass 1 Feb 2010 56,534 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 13 Feb 2009 48,591 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 48,591 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 40,566 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 33,605 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 17 Feb 2006 27,245 miles

front tyres worn inner edge

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 CSU is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Beige with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CSU, 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

How do I check the history of RX02 CSU?

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What year was RX02 CSU registered?

RX02 CSU is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RX02 CSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX02 CSU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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