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DG56 GVZ

2006 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

170,711 mi
Last recorded170,711 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 GVZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 170,711 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre has cuts on outside wall

Fail 17 Oct 2015 170,711 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (3.5.1g)

n/s/f tyre has cuts on outside wall

Pass 13 Sep 2014 159,142 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 159,140 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner tread pattern

Pass 24 Aug 2013 144,555 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2012 130,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2011 124,037 miles

both front tyres scrubbing on inside treads

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

under body covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 23 Aug 2010 114,251 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 93,839 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f tyre treads 3mm and worn on edges

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

Fail 10 Aug 2009 93,839 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

o/s/f and n/s/f tyre treads 3mm and worn on edges

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

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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DG56 GVZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 93,392 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 DG56 GVZ, 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 20 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 DG56 GVZ registered?

DG56 GVZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DG56 GVZ safe to buy?

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