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SJ02 USX

2002 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

139,280 mi
Last recorded139,280 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ02 USX
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 139,280 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 135,885 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2013 129,196 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 129,196 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 122,894 miles

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

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 122,894 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 122,885 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

oil warning lamp flashing randomly

Pass 16 Jun 2011 115,369 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 115,335 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 105,182 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 105,182 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2009 97,523 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 89,160 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 May 2007 78,906 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 78,417 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 65,269 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 65,269 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SJ02 USX is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 SJ02 USX, 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 SJ02 USX registered?

SJ02 USX is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is SJ02 USX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ02 USX shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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