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MJ09 PZV

2009 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

134,490 mi
Last recorded134,490 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 PZV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2024 134,490 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 113,131 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Dec 2023 113,131 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 99,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 99,655 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 93,724 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 84,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))

Park brake travel high

Pass 8 May 2019 72,919 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed inner handle loose but operational (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 64,558 miles

engine and undercovers fitted to vehicle

Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,836 miles

Nearside Rear 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 22 Jun 2016 43,876 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 38,072 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,508 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 31,508 miles

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 23,144 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 13,671 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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MJ09 PZV is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MJ09 PZV, 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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MJ09 PZV is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 9 July 2009.

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