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BT56 CEJ

2006 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

140,151 mi
Last recorded140,151 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 CEJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 140,151 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 133,204 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 128,835 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 128,835 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 119,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

play in steering arms

Pass 27 Mar 2015 106,995 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 89,004 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 83,232 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 78,246 miles

o/s rear shock weak.

Pass 4 Apr 2011 71,291 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 67,577 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 52,622 miles

Both front tyres worn bald on outer edges - NOT showing cords at time of test.

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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BT56 CEJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BT56 CEJ, 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 BT56 CEJ registered?

BT56 CEJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BT56 CEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT56 CEJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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