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BJ57 XXR

2007 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,472 mi
Last recorded141,472 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ57 XXR
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 141,472 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 137,446 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2024 137,443 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 126,400 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 126,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 125,171 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 123,318 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 120,839 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 116,217 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 112,381 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 105,426 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2017 105,424 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall damaged (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 98,036 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of an adult belt

Pass 25 Oct 2014 83,860 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 73,561 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 64,902 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,045 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 34,726 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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BJ57 XXR is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 90,183 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 BJ57 XXR, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJ57 XXR registered?

BJ57 XXR is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 September 2007.

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