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BF56 HKJ

2006 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

159,482 mi
Last recorded159,482 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 HKJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 159,482 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre cuts on outer sidewall

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

both battery terminals loose and battery moves slightly

Fail 5 Feb 2018 159,482 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre cuts on outer sidewall

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

both battery terminals loose and battery moves slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2016 144,367 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 140,807 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 140,807 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape, punctured and flat (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

engine management light on

traction control light on

Pass 3 Sep 2014 132,777 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 132,777 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 116,901 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 116,859 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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 Aug 2012 103,130 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 86,324 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 84,380 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 73,140 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)

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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BF56 HKJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BF56 HKJ, 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 BF56 HKJ registered?

BF56 HKJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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