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BJ56 VJE

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,847 mi
Last recorded153,847 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 VJE
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 153,847 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2019 153,847 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 140,294 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread/205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 128,863 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre outer edge wearing

Offside Front tyre outer edge wearing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 120,744 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 17,790 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 17,790 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking flexi hose (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 101,554 miles

both rear tyre wearing low on inner edges

nearside rear shock damp

Pass 4 Nov 2013 80,782 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 53,062 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 41,122 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 31,460 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 12 Nov 2009 31,417 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

rear number plate deteriorating

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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BJ56 VJE is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ56 VJE, 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 BJ56 VJE registered?

BJ56 VJE is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 November 2006.

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