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FM57 EHT

2007 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,370 mi
Last recorded164,370 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 EHT
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 164,370 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps need a polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion throughout underneath

Fail 24 May 2023 164,370 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps need a polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

general corrosion throughout underneath

Pass 12 May 2022 156,868 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamp lenses deteriorated- need polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion underneath and to suspension components

Pass 12 Jan 2021 136,632 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear SUBFRAME RUSTING

Fail 23 Dec 2020 136,632 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear SUBFRAME RUSTING

Pass 26 Jun 2019 125,620 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 115,238 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 102,080 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 84,029 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 76,178 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 58,484 miles

3 to 4 mil left on rear brake pads

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

offside rear tyre balded inside shoulder

Pass 19 Jul 2013 47,483 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 47,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 36,106 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/S & N/S FRONT / REAR PADS 40% O/S FRONT TYRE WEARING ON OUTSIDE & INSIDE EDGE.

Fail 28 Jun 2012 36,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/S & N/S FRONT / REAR PADS 40% O/S FRONT TYRE WEARING ON OUTSIDE & INSIDE EDGE.

Pass 11 May 2011 19,335 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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FM57 EHT is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM57 EHT, 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 FM57 EHT registered?

FM57 EHT is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 December 2007.

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