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SH02 UWZ

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,487 mi
Last recorded78,487 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH02 UWZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 78,487 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 71,133 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 65,647 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 65,645 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 64,454 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 20 Aug 2013 60,102 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 56,214 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 50,887 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 46,199 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 40,744 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 35,740 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 32,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 24,671 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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SH02 UWZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SH02 UWZ, 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 SH02 UWZ registered?

SH02 UWZ is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is SH02 UWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH02 UWZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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