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GU59 VJV

2009 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,089 mi
Last recorded78,089 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 VJV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 78,089 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024
Pass 19 Sep 2023 67,195 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 60,893 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 55,208 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 45,763 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 42,125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,210 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Small hole in driveshaft boot

Fail 30 Aug 2017 39,210 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Outer Small hole in driveshaft boot

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 36,017 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,331 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 23,688 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,694 miles

both rear tyres appear to be on the wrong rotation

n/s/r c.v. joint boot has a small split in it

Pass 31 Aug 2012 11,792 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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GU59 VJV is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU59 VJV registered?

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

Is GU59 VJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 VJV 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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