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DE57 NFG

2007 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

191,843 mi
Last recorded191,843 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 NFG
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 191,843 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly damaged (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2022 191,771 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Part missing (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Oil filler cap found loose in engine refitted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Strong smell of diesel unable to find source

Pass 14 Jan 2021 178,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to cords on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jan 2021 178,847 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to cords on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 173,510 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 173,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect poor image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect poor image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 162,163 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 160,900 miles

both rear tyres low

n,s,f brake slight bind

restrictrd underside inspection (under trays fitted)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 160,897 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 159,378 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 159,350 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 151,397 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 141,465 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 121,050 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 121,050 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 101,726 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 78,217 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 78,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 59,733 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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DE57 NFG is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DE57 NFG, 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 DE57 NFG registered?

DE57 NFG is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 26 October 2007.

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