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BN56 RFL

2006 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,315 mi
Last recorded172,315 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 RFL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 172,315 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 172,315 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 170,795 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

clutch slave cylinder leaking fluid.

Pass 18 Sep 2015 156,625 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 137,646 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 137,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 114,966 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 93,583 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 70,899 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 48,771 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 26,670 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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BN56 RFL is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BN56 RFL, 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 BN56 RFL registered?

BN56 RFL is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is BN56 RFL safe to buy?

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