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AR07 BAU

2007 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

107,750 mi
Last recorded107,750 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 BAU
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 107,750 miles

Brake hose slightly twisted both rears (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine noisey/rattling

generally very dry/rusty underneath

Pass 21 Oct 2021 104,066 miles

Engine cover under trays and sill trims fitted

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 103,887 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,097 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 95,717 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 90,647 miles

rear brake discs pitted

slight blow on exhaust

Fail 11 Oct 2019 90,647 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

rear brake discs pitted

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 23 Oct 2018 87,581 miles

Offside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 78,306 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 68,619 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 68,619 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 59,444 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 54,022 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 44,624 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 36,965 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,313 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,871 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS220?

Based on 191,733 MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,548
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,297
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,226
position lamp(s) not working 1,660
Headlamp aim too low 1,305
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AR07 BAU is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 90,183 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 IS220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR07 BAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS220 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AR07 BAU registered?

AR07 BAU is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 June 2007.

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