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ML07 HZW

2007 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,236 mi
Last recorded136,236 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML07 HZW
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2021 136,236 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

heatshield above front exhaust loose

Pass 12 Mar 2020 131,536 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

heatshield above front exhaust loose

Fail 9 Mar 2020 131,467 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45 17 (5.2.3 (e))

heatshield above front exhaust loose

Pass 18 Mar 2019 125,281 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Mar 2019 125,281 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Feb 2018 117,560 miles

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing a full inspection of adult seat belt.

plastic under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of fuel and brake lines.

Fail 17 Feb 2018 117,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seat fitted to offside rear seat not allowing a full inspection of adult seat belt.

plastic under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of fuel and brake lines.

Pass 14 Mar 2017 110,095 miles

both rear tyres are close to/on legal limit

o/s rear seat belt not checked due to child seat

Pass 29 Feb 2016 98,138 miles

front wiper blades split & smearing the screen slightly

item removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 7 Mar 2015 82,126 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 75,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Apr 2013 69,361 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 60,370 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 50,611 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 41,318 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 41,318 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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ML07 HZW is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 90,183 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 ML07 HZW, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML07 HZW is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 26 April 2007.

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