Lexus IS220 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexus IS220 car check
Is the Lexus IS220 reliable? We analysed 191,733 real MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexus IS220 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexus IS220.
Lexus IS220 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexus IS220. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexus IS220 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexus IS220 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexus IS220 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexus IS220 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexus IS220 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexus IS220 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexus IS220 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexus IS220 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexus IS220 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexus IS220 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 136 | 81.6% | 50,767 | 73,223 | 98,647 |
| 2011 | 1,503 | 82.8% | 49,429 | 82,299 | 113,268 |
| 2010 | 14,285 | 81.7% | 52,802 | 80,611 | 112,562 |
| 2009 | 23,728 | 82.1% | 56,506 | 86,036 | 116,866 |
| 2008 | 34,924 | 80.6% | 58,426 | 87,155 | 116,992 |
| 2007 | 62,190 | 80.5% | 60,759 | 90,183 | 120,675 |
| 2006 | 53,623 | 80.2% | 63,108 | 93,392 | 124,359 |
| 2005 | 1,091 | 81.5% | 58,972 | 90,199 | 124,107 |
How Long Does a Lexus IS220 Last?
Based on 13,812 Lexus IS220 vehicles on UK roads.
Lexus IS220 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexus IS220 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexus IS220
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.8% MOT pass rate from 1,503 tests
80.2% MOT pass rate from 53,623 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexus IS220 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 1,503 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexus IS220 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus IS220 THIS CAR | 80.7% | 191,733 | 89,243 mi | 20 yrs |
| Lexus IS200 | 75.4% | 546,826 | 87,139 mi | 27 yrs |
| Lexus Ct | 86.8% | 304,916 | 55,351 mi | 15 yrs |
| Lexus RX300 | 79% | 229,652 | 83,424 mi | 26 yrs |
| Hyundai Terracan | 72.7% | 79,454 | 79,593 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Lexus IS200 (75.4% pass rate) and the Lexus Ct (86.8% pass rate), the Lexus IS220 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lexus IS220Should you buy a used Lexus IS220?
The Lexus IS220 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.7% across 191,733 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Lexus IS220 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,421 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (2,297), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (2,226). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexus IS220 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Lexus IS220 owner drives around 7,548 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Lexus IS220 models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.