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FV59 ETA

2009 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,716 mi
Last recorded149,716 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 ETA
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 149,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 148,255 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 148,251 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2020 141,062 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 133,237 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 132,237 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2017 122,427 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 109,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 104,778 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 94,851 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 72,311 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 72,311 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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FV59 ETA is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV59 ETA, 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 FV59 ETA registered?

FV59 ETA is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 24 November 2009.

Is FV59 ETA safe to buy?

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