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K3 VGW

2006 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,859 mi
Last recorded135,859 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 VGW
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 135,859 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged rear (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front steering rack tie rod slightly play

engine management lamp on

steering rack tie rod slightly play

Pass 7 Jan 2015 129,958 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2015 129,958 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 118,343 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 118,343 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 97,196 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,260 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 80,260 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 60,556 miles

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

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

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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K3 VGW is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 K3 VGW, 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 K3 VGW registered?

K3 VGW is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is K3 VGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 VGW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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