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MF02 MJO

2002 Lexus IS200 SE

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,365 mi
Last recorded59,365 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2009
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS200 SE79,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 MJO
MakeLexus
ModelIS200 SE
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2009 59,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 59,365 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 52,100 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 52,100 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 47,313 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 35,142 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200 SE?

Based on 3,133 MOT tests across 576 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
576
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 224
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 82
position lamp(s) not working 76
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 58
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MF02 MJO is a 2002 Lexus IS200 SE in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS200 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 79,153 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF02 MJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS200 SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MF02 MJO registered?

MF02 MJO is a 2002 Lexus IS200 SE, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is MF02 MJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF02 MJO shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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