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GU56 WYB

2006 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

180,184 mi
Last recorded180,184 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 WYB
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 180,184 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 169,200 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 161,375 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 149,462 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 142,611 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 142,611 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 136,793 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 131,170 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both rear shocks weeping small amounts of fluid

Pass 9 Oct 2014 125,651 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 114,159 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 99,734 miles

idle speed slightly higher than normal

Pass 4 Oct 2011 81,516 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 58,705 miles

Play in n/s/f track rod end ball joint

both front track rod end ball joint seals leaking.

both front tyres worn near legal limit.

Pass 30 Sep 2009 33,178 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 WYB is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WYB, 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 WYB registered?

GU56 WYB is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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The MOT history for GU56 WYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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