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MK09 OJO

2009 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,876 mi
Last recorded151,876 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK09 OJO
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 151,876 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 137,444 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2023 122,101 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 122,101 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2022 117,958 miles

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

Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2021 113,210 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 112,805 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 105,923 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 90,457 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 90,457 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 80,006 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)

front brake discs worn

Pass 12 Dec 2014 68,039 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 68,039 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 54,310 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 41,245 miles

rear tyres cracking on tread

Pass 23 Mar 2012 32,486 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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MK09 OJO is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Black 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 MK09 OJO, 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 MK09 OJO registered?

MK09 OJO is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is MK09 OJO safe to buy?

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