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ML53 JAM

2010 Lexus IS220

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,813 mi
Last recorded121,813 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Lexus IS22080,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 JAM
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 121,813 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 120,229 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear sills distorted

Pass 29 Aug 2023 117,792 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 112,655 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 112,258 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 106,622 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 101,667 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 95,622 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 90,304 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 34,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/40x18 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 77,844 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 67,545 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,247 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 32,545 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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ML53 JAM is a 2010 Lexus IS220 in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 80,611 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 ML53 JAM, 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 16 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML53 JAM is a 2010 Lexus IS220, first registered on 12 July 2010.

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