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GU56 WVM

2006 Lexus IS220

Silver Petrol 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

180,354 mi
Last recorded180,354 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 WVM
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 180,354 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill and engine covers fitted plus undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2020 180,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

plastic sill and engine covers fitted plus undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2018 174,508 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 165,303 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on edges

Pass 25 Aug 2016 156,758 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 147,639 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 139,342 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 130,093 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2012 119,194 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 119,194 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 91,644 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 63,798 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 33,116 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 WVM is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GU56 WVM, 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 WVM registered?

GU56 WVM is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is GU56 WVM safe to buy?

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