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GU59 UZS

2009 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

108,236 mi
Last recorded108,236 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 UZS
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 108,236 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2024 107,130 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2024 107,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 102,931 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 97,881 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 93,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 90,015 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 84,771 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 75,970 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 67,345 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 58,453 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 45,810 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 45,810 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,762 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has slight kerb damage

nearside rear body has slight accident damage

Pass 28 Aug 2013 27,520 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 16,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GU59 UZS is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,036 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 GU59 UZS, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU59 UZS registered?

GU59 UZS is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GU59 UZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 UZS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU59 UZS have outstanding finance?

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