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BT56 SVO

2007 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,134 mi
Last recorded155,134 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 SVO
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 155,134 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 141,716 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

front and rear brake discs worn

fuel tank corroded

suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2015 126,311 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 119,513 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 110,102 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 106,604 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 106,604 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 101,823 miles

advise engine tick over at 1000 rpm

Pass 13 Apr 2010 98,918 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 98,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 92,006 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 92,006 miles

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

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

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 SVO is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BT56 SVO, 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 BT56 SVO registered?

BT56 SVO is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is BT56 SVO safe to buy?

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