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MT56 XMR

2007 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,739 mi
Last recorded142,739 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 142,739 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2026 186,048 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 139,141 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2025 139,141 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 134,319 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 129,725 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 124,993 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 117,651 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 112,112 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 106,969 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 99,206 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 91,712 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 81,976 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 77,373 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 72,991 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 72,991 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 69,283 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 65,741 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 70,576 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 70,576 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

idle speed high

offside front tyre has a screw in outer shoulder.

Pass 20 Jan 2011 51,551 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 40,822 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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MT56 XMR is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XMR, 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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What year was MT56 XMR registered?

MT56 XMR is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 23 January 2007.

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