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LA56 YAF

2007 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,129 mi
Last recorded170,129 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 YAF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 170,129 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear ()

Fail 13 Mar 2020 169,925 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust system insecure rear section missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner side wall split open (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2019 165,585 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall. 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 157,023 miles

Front Both aero style wiper blades smeary.

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Most underside components corroded.

Nearside Front Fog lamp unit loose but retained in bumper.

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device missing.

Offside Rear Wheel stiff to turn by hand.

Oil leak, but not excessive Strongly recommend clean, inspection and repair. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 157,023 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced LED unit flickering due to failing light cells. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced LED unit has failed cells. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Both aero style wiper blades smeary.

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Most underside components corroded.

Nearside Front Fog lamp unit loose but retained in bumper.

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device missing.

Offside Rear Wheel stiff to turn by hand.

Oil leak, but not excessive Strongly recommend clean, inspection and repair. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 147,721 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 141,493 miles

No emission readings manual pass

engine cover & under cover fitted.

Fail 21 Oct 2016 141,493 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

No emission readings manual pass

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine cover & under cover fitted.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 131,264 miles

Deterioration of offside rear brake disc

Pass 20 Oct 2014 123,420 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 110,547 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 107,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 83,400 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2011 63,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 43,341 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,822 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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LA56 YAF is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 90,183 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 LA56 YAF, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LA56 YAF is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 22 February 2007.

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