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VU52 ZFL

2002 Lexus IS200

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,368 mi
Last recorded128,368 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 ZFL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 128,368 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 128,323 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 118,319 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 113,338 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 105,055 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 97,575 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 91,054 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 86,186 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 67,832 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 62,421 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 23 Nov 2007 58,843 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 23 Nov 2006 53,615 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2006 53,615 miles

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

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

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

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

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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VU52 ZFL 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 84.6%.

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 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 VU52 ZFL, 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 VU52 ZFL registered?

VU52 ZFL is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 20 November 2002.

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