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BT57 TEJ

2007 Lexus IS220

Blue Petrol 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,358 mi
Last recorded128,358 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2012
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 TEJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2012 128,358 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 115,219 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 86,774 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Dec 2010 86,774 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BT57 TEJ is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BT57 TEJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT57 TEJ registered?

BT57 TEJ is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is BT57 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 TEJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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