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MT56 XMP

2007 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

146,678 mi
Last recorded146,678 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 XMP
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2023 146,678 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Front Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides by the jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Lower plastic tray fitted

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security above the exhaust box (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by the jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2022 135,263 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 125,288 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 122,057 miles

Inner sills corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 May 2019 116,730 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 110,768 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 104,649 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 May 2016 99,148 miles

front wipers worn

under covers fitted

Pass 5 May 2015 89,645 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 79,261 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 79,261 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 7 May 2013 68,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2013 68,116 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 56,123 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 45,520 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 34,119 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s/r tyre wall damaged

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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MT56 XMP is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 MT56 XMP, 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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MT56 XMP is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 24 January 2007.

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