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MV57 WLH

2007 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

178,436 mi
Last recorded178,436 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 WLH
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 178,436 miles

Rear Fuel pipe chafing and misting (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 178,436 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Fuel pipe chafing and misting (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 174,613 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 170,833 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 167,132 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 167,132 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 162,680 miles

General age related corrosion on chassis/sub-frame/suspension components/brake pipes etc

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2020 155,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 150,934 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 143,249 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Pass 12 May 2017 134,482 miles

Front Both wiper blades split! Advised replace.

Pass 24 May 2016 124,525 miles

Front tyres have cuts in side walls not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 20 Aug 2015 117,947 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened excessive corrosion (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 117,947 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened excessive corrosion (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 102,827 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 90,163 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

Pass 20 Aug 2012 76,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2011 63,996 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 50,048 miles

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

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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MV57 WLH is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MV57 WLH, 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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MV57 WLH is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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