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GV56 OAL

2006 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

107,898 mi
Last recorded107,898 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 OAL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 107,898 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing lower around outsides , slightly. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Jul 2025 107,898 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing lower around outsides , slightly. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2024 96,464 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 17 Jul 2023 93,081 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Both nearside and offside tyres showing heavily uneven tread

Stone damage and cuts to all tyre treads

Strong Advise: All tyres slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

Surface corrosion to brake unions and ferrules

Surface corrosion to steering, suspension and brake components

Tyre inner sidewalls splitting/cracking heavily

Underside of vehicle covered in mud and debris

Pass 14 Jul 2022 89,744 miles

Multiple stone damage and cuts to tyre treads

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing uneven tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing uneven tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Surface corrosion to brake unions and ferrules

Surface corrosion to steering, suspension and brake components

Underside of vehicle covered in mud and debris

Pass 27 Jul 2021 85,706 miles

Underside very muddy (dry)

Pass 14 Aug 2020 83,505 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 78,276 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 74,232 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 67,845 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 63,571 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 55,890 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 47,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 41,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,685 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,322 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,939 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 16,553 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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GV56 OAL is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GV56 OAL, 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 GV56 OAL registered?

GV56 OAL is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is GV56 OAL safe to buy?

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