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GU59 VBL

2009 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,128 mi
Last recorded88,128 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 VBL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 88,128 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 79,099 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 67,898 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 58,109 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,831 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 37,944 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 32,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 32,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,108 miles

Both rear tyres cracking between treads, but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 22,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking between treads, but not deep enough to reach the cords.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 VBL is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 GU59 VBL, 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 VBL registered?

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

Is GU59 VBL safe to buy?

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