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GU56 VXX

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,786 mi
Last recorded160,786 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 VXX
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 160,786 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 156,851 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 152,901 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both o/s and n/s have child seats fitted. ()

Pass 23 Sep 2021 146,046 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 140,550 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2020 140,384 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Lower Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both, slightly lipped. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier One side clamp loose. (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Tank entry pipe (return) slightly corroded.

Pass 21 Sep 2019 133,165 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 126,034 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 119,031 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 110,755 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 102,974 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outter edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outter edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4m/m (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 87,656 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 74,959 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 60,357 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 60,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 51,580 miles

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

front tyres worn outside edges

rear tyres worn centre tread

Fail 28 Nov 2011 51,580 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

front discs corroded

front tyres worn outside edges

rear tyres worn centre tread

Pass 30 Nov 2010 39,704 miles

sidewall damage n/s frt tyre

Fail 25 Nov 2010 39,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

sidewall damage n/s frt tyre

Pass 20 Nov 2009 27,782 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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GU56 VXX is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 93,392 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU56 VXX, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU56 VXX registered?

GU56 VXX is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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