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FL59 CSZ

2009 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,976 mi
Last recorded128,976 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 CSZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 128,976 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 128,965 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 122,386 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff assy (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 116,099 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 116,098 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high check bulb (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 111,077 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 105,132 miles

both front tyres worn smooth on there edges

Fail 20 Jul 2017 105,132 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

both front tyres worn smooth on there edges

Pass 18 Jul 2016 96,596 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 96,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 84,434 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 84,400 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jul 2014 74,810 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 64,002 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 48,665 miles

too much egine oil

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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FL59 CSZ is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FL59 CSZ, 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 FL59 CSZ registered?

FL59 CSZ is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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