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BJ56 VKF

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,912 mi
Last recorded160,912 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 160,912 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 124,225 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 124,225 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 108,409 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2016 102,643 miles

Coolant leak ()

both front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 28 Sep 2015 92,416 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 92,416 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 83,295 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 74,883 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 66,948 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 60,106 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 50,613 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 37,677 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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BJ56 VKF 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 84.6%.

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 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 BJ56 VKF, 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 VKF registered?

BJ56 VKF is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 6 December 2006.

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