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BG56 WXR

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,380 mi
Last recorded139,380 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 WXR
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 139,380 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 139,304 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2017 132,488 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 132,488 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 121,313 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 108,721 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 108,721 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 99,232 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Dec 2013 92,769 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 91,483 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 30 Oct 2012 84,827 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 75,292 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 66,787 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 58,445 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 WXR is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG56 WXR, 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 WXR registered?

BG56 WXR is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is BG56 WXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 WXR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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