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BV59 WLC

2009 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,581 mi
Last recorded107,581 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV59 WLC
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 107,581 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2025 107,398 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour black smoke heavy under acceleration (8.2.2.2 (d))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front foggy lens starting to affect beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal covered in oil not dripping at time of test (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 101,117 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 94,997 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. OFFSIDE WEAK COMPARED TO NEARSIDE (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Jan 2022 93,420 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 91,094 miles

wiper rubber slightly perished.

Pass 11 Jul 2019 86,702 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 78,791 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 69,666 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 63,361 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,412 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 44,204 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 36,515 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 23,936 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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BV59 WLC is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 BV59 WLC, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BV59 WLC registered?

BV59 WLC is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is BV59 WLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV59 WLC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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