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BF56 SYX

2006 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,968 mi
Last recorded114,968 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 114,968 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2019 106,789 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

gearbox has a oil leak

nearside front tyre is wearing on edges and close to its limit

nearside rear tyre is on the limit of 1.6mm

offside front tyre is wearing on edges

rear inner brake pads look low

Pass 23 May 2018 100,820 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 100,159 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2017 87,346 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 85,342 miles

Both front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 20 Oct 2015 80,577 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 76,209 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 76,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 71,339 miles

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

both front tyres worn low on edges 205 55 16

Pass 23 Oct 2012 65,805 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 59,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Oct 2011 59,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 48,404 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 48,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 39,879 miles

Offside Rear 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 SYX is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BF56 SYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF56 SYX registered?

BF56 SYX is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is BF56 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 SYX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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