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FM06 ZTY

2006 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

197,924 mi
Last recorded197,924 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 ZTY
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 197,924 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 197,921 miles

Fuel system component leaking at tank filler pipe area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 186,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Jul 2018 186,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2017 175,996 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 161,865 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 161,863 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 147,859 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 139,802 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 128,052 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2012 116,137 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 97,841 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 80,515 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 79,964 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 61,384 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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FM06 ZTY is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FM06 ZTY, 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 FM06 ZTY registered?

FM06 ZTY is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 22 July 2006.

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