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SG52 GZZ

2002 Lexus IS200

Grey Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,235 mi
Last recorded131,235 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 GZZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 131,235 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 131,037 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 118,083 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2013 118,083 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 101,272 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 87,981 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 72,633 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 59,401 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 28 Oct 2008 54,993 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 42,465 miles

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges.

n/s/r brake disc corroded outer surface

Fail 9 Oct 2007 42,465 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges.

n/s/r brake disc corroded outer surface

Pass 12 Oct 2006 31,533 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Fail 12 Oct 2006 31,533 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 10 Oct 2005 22,339 miles

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

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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SG52 GZZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SG52 GZZ, 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 SG52 GZZ?

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What year was SG52 GZZ registered?

SG52 GZZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 8 October 2002.

Is SG52 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 GZZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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