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BD55 VHC

2005 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,945 mi
Last recorded139,945 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 VHC
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2020 139,945 miles

Both headlamps distorted.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front shock absorber has corrosion to the casing.

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 137,654 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 132,422 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 125,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 119,452 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 111,843 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 98,444 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 89,482 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 78,170 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 65,832 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 29 Jan 2010 51,113 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 39,904 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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BD55 VHC is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 90,199 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD55 VHC, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD55 VHC registered?

BD55 VHC is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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