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MJ09 OBG

2009 Lexus Is 220D SE

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,572 mi
Last recorded93,572 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE97,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 OBG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 93,572 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 91,632 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 88,128 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 83,614 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021
Pass 27 Jul 2019 74,304 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 64,786 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 55,420 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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MJ09 OBG is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MJ09 OBG, 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 MJ09 OBG registered?

MJ09 OBG is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is MJ09 OBG safe to buy?

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