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BF06 FBZ

2006 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,935 mi
Last recorded132,935 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 FBZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 132,935 miles

Front no plate broke but secure and readable

Off side front tyre scrubbing outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 16 Sep 2016 117,851 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 117,851 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 110,720 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 110,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Dec 2013 109,053 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres worn on edges

fuel cap seal has a temporary repair

Fail 23 Dec 2013 109,053 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both front tyres worn on edges

fuel cap seal has a temporary repair

Pass 15 Jan 2013 100,452 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 81,878 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)

front wipers smearing the screen slightly

Pass 14 Jan 2011 63,253 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 49,581 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 41,817 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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BF06 FBZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 93,392 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 BF06 FBZ, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BF06 FBZ registered?

BF06 FBZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BF06 FBZ safe to buy?

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