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LC09 BCF

2009 Lexus Is 220D SE

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

90,865 mi
Last recorded90,865 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE97,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 BCF
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 90,865 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 88,433 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Mar 2019 83,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2019 82,997 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Mar 2018 80,218 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 80,218 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 77,624 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 74,300 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 69,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear propshaft rubber cush drive starting to split

Pass 1 Jul 2014 61,491 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 61,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2013 46,348 miles

OSR caliper restricted movement not afecting performance yet

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 May 2012 30,593 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D SE?

Based on 7,837 MOT tests across 794 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,561
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
794
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
position lamp(s) not working 59
Headlamp aim too low 43
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LC09 BCF is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 97,876 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 Is 220D SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 232 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC09 BCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D SE typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus Is 220D SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LC09 BCF registered?

LC09 BCF is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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