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GU56 XNL

2006 Lexus IS220

Blue Petrol 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

197,151 mi
Last recorded197,151 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 XNL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 197,151 miles

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 184,516 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 176,793 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 168,478 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 159,128 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to front bumper

o/s/f tyre worn low

Pass 21 Nov 2012 140,196 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to front bumper

front no; plate cracked

Pass 21 Nov 2011 110,475 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s/f bumper damaged

Fail 21 Nov 2011 110,475 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

o/s/f bumper damaged

Pass 27 Oct 2010 80,799 miles

front brake discs heavily worn

Pass 19 Oct 2009 50,547 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre worn low on outer edge

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 XNL is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XNL, 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 XNL registered?

GU56 XNL is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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