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LX54 WAL

2009 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

177,501 mi
Last recorded177,501 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX54 WAL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 177,501 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 170,244 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 164,251 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 157,059 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 151,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 143,237 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 132,104 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 123,266 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside rear wheel binding slightly

Fail 13 Mar 2018 123,266 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

offside rear wheel binding slightly

Pass 8 Feb 2017 109,535 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 109,535 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 95,460 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 95,460 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 84,940 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 82,644 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 81,100 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 66,567 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 66,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LX54 WAL is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 LX54 WAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX54 WAL registered?

LX54 WAL is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 17 April 2009.

Is LX54 WAL safe to buy?

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