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MK59 DLX

2009 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

120,774 mi
Last recorded120,774 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK59 DLX
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 120,774 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 115,679 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 115,521 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 108,500 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 98,267 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 82,610 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 70,444 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 63,424 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 54,352 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 46,686 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,823 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,327 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 15 Sep 2014 28,006 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 21,891 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 16,067 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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MK59 DLX is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 MK59 DLX, 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 MK59 DLX registered?

MK59 DLX is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 5 October 2009.

Is MK59 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK59 DLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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