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FP09 WUJ

2009 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,471 mi
Last recorded128,471 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 WUJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 128,471 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 Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 123,291 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 112,150 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 109,392 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 104,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 104,085 miles

Offside Front Tyre date code illegible or not visible on a tyre fitted to a front steered axle of a bus or coach (5.2.3 (n) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 97,660 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 90,053 miles

Offside Front brake calliper lower slide pin seized in carrier

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2x punctures ()

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

both rear brake callipers seized on lower slide pins causing uneven wear on pads

Pass 22 May 2017 82,956 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 75,796 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush creaking up (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 May 2016 75,796 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush creaking up (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 66,360 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 57,934 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 50,095 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 40,156 miles

both front tyres low on edges.

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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FP09 WUJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP09 WUJ, 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 FP09 WUJ registered?

FP09 WUJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 15 June 2009.

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