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AR07 VYF

2007 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,802 mi
Last recorded161,802 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 VYF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2021 161,802 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 133,344 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 107,853 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 87,402 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 84,592 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 72,312 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 60,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,201 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 48,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Dec 2012 40,740 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 30,570 miles

n/s/r tyre worn low on tread

n/s/f tyre worn very low and starting to perish

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Fail 2 Nov 2011 30,570 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn very low and starting to perish

n/s/r tyre worn low on tread

rear brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 26 Jul 2010 20,939 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 20,939 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 VYF is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VYF, 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 VYF registered?

AR07 VYF is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 22 August 2007.

Is AR07 VYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 VYF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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