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GU59 VLV

2009 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,489 mi
Last recorded128,489 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2023 128,489 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & undertrays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 23 Nov 2022 123,622 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 117,786 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 110,989 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 96,060 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 82,537 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 73,370 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Sep 2016 61,514 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre near outer side wall ()

Pass 4 Sep 2015 52,216 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 43,489 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 43,489 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 33,358 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

splits/cracks in tread on all four tyres

Pass 24 Aug 2012 25,829 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 VLV is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VLV, 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 VLV registered?

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

Is GU59 VLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 VLV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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