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MJ09 OBD

2009 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,301 mi
Last recorded89,301 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 OBD
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 89,301 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and other suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AND OTHER SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 82,239 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 80,302 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear subframes have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear suspension components have corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 79,013 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 77,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 75,417 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 75,417 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2019 73,038 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 67,054 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 61,111 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 53,946 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 44,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 36,836 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 30,260 miles

nearside rear and nearside front tgyre worn to minimum limit on edges

Fail 29 May 2012 23,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 May 2012 23,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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MJ09 OBD is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MJ09 OBD, 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.

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What year was MJ09 OBD registered?

MJ09 OBD is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is MJ09 OBD safe to buy?

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