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GF59 EKV

2009 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

135,502 mi
Last recorded135,502 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 EKV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 135,502 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2025 130,180 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 124,575 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 120,915 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 117,128 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 108,939 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 108,939 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 100,270 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

rear tyres wearing close to limit

Fail 7 Dec 2019 100,266 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

rear tyres wearing close to limit

Pass 11 Dec 2018 84,204 miles

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

front tyres worn on outside edges

Fail 11 Dec 2018 84,204 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 11 Dec 2017 78,614 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 66,377 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 55,852 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 41,677 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 33,310 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 26,351 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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GF59 EKV is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GF59 EKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF59 EKV registered?

GF59 EKV is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 November 2009.

Is GF59 EKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 EKV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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