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MUF 885F

2005 Lexus IS220

Green Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,573 mi
Last recorded62,573 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUF 885F
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 62,573 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 62,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 58,747 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 55,756 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2023 52,398 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 49,002 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2022 49,001 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2020 47,845 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 46,450 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 44,988 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 43,778 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 42,212 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 40,447 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 40,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 37,940 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 35,261 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 32,443 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 29,268 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 26,391 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 24,041 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 20,666 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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MUF 885F is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Green with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MUF 885F, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MUF 885F registered?

MUF 885F is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is MUF 885F safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUF 885F shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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