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DE09 BLF

2009 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,637 mi
Last recorded118,637 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 BLF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 118,637 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 113,563 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 108,940 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

underside covered with undershields

Pass 3 Nov 2022 104,482 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 99,734 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 99,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 97,175 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle fitted with undertray restricting inspection

Pass 29 May 2019 92,771 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 29 May 2019 92,766 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 May 2018 89,458 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 86,046 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 82,957 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 79,908 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 79,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 79,187 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 51,578 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 45,961 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 37,414 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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DE09 BLF is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE09 BLF, 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 DE09 BLF registered?

DE09 BLF is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DE09 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 BLF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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