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FE56 OWJ

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

167,141 mi
Last recorded167,141 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE56 OWJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 167,141 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 164,031 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 160,109 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 153,612 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 153,612 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 153,568 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

engine MIL illuminated

Pass 1 Aug 2017 148,472 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 148,472 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 142,211 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 142,211 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 124,317 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 107,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 90,539 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 75,351 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 60,818 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 56,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 43,673 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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FE56 OWJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FE56 OWJ, 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.

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What year was FE56 OWJ registered?

FE56 OWJ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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