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MM55 WXB

2005 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

196,851 mi
Last recorded196,851 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 WXB
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 196,851 miles

FULL UNDER TRAYS FITTED

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 183,522 miles

SURFACE CORROSION TO FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION

Pass 15 Jan 2021 170,086 miles

oil leak from engine

surface corrosion to rear suspension

Pass 16 Jan 2020 157,382 miles

covers fitted under vehicle

sill covers fitted

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

Fail 15 Jan 2020 157,382 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

covers fitted under vehicle

sill covers fitted

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

Pass 18 Jan 2019 143,726 miles

sill covers fitted

surface corrosion to front shock absorbers

Fail 17 Jan 2019 143,726 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

sill covers fitted

surface corrosion to front shock absorbers

Pass 8 Jan 2018 127,989 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 115,272 miles

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

Offside Front 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 4 Jan 2016 100,150 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 92,719 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 88,916 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 84,571 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 72,003 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 58,280 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 58,280 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 45,660 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 44,816 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 32,627 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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MM55 WXB is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 90,199 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 MM55 WXB, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MM55 WXB registered?

MM55 WXB is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is MM55 WXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM55 WXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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