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BG56 EXP

2006 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,441 mi
Last recorded146,441 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 EXP
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 146,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 142,026 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 132,203 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 132,199 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 123,489 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 123,489 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 121,086 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 110,210 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 100,128 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)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 93,248 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Oct 2012 87,236 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 26 Oct 2011 82,570 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 65,785 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 48,350 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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BG56 EXP is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BG56 EXP, 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 BG56 EXP registered?

BG56 EXP is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is BG56 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 EXP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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