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GR55 YSJ

2005 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,868 mi
Last recorded139,868 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 YSJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 139,868 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 134,227 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 126,477 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Jun 2022 120,661 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 116,737 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 111,664 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 104,935 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four (1.1.11 (c))

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 on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil level on minimum

Pass 1 Jun 2018 97,495 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 90,508 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 83,160 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 74,856 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 74,841 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 68,664 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2014 68,477 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2013 62,674 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 62,292 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 55,568 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 49,522 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 45,587 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2009 45,587 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 34,575 miles

front tyres worn inner 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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GR55 YSJ is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 90,199 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 GR55 YSJ, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GR55 YSJ?

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What year was GR55 YSJ registered?

GR55 YSJ is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is GR55 YSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 YSJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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