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FV59 ETK

2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,166 mi
Last recorded91,166 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i83,014 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 ETK
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Se-i
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2025 91,166 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 90,120 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 86,935 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 81,841 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 77,824 miles

Nearside Front 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))

under trays fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 29 Nov 2019 74,905 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 69,721 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 63,392 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 57,712 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 52,308 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 45,424 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 37,009 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 28,469 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D Se-i?

Based on 1,421 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
7,165
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
brake caliper has restricted free movement 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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FV59 ETK is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 83,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D Se-i fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV59 ETK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D Se-i typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus Is 220D Se-i is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV59 ETK registered?

FV59 ETK is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is FV59 ETK safe to buy?

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