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NV55 FRK

2005 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

187,387 mi
Last recorded187,387 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 FRK
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 187,387 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 179,318 miles

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged edge of rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has had an outer tyre wall repair done,,

engine seems to be ticking over too fast when should be idling

Fail 12 Feb 2018 179,316 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlamp lenses need polishing (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly damaged edge of rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front tyre has had an outer tyre wall repair done,,

engine seems to be ticking over too fast when should be idling

Pass 3 Feb 2017 166,009 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 151,199 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 139,482 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2015 139,482 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 128,028 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 22 Feb 2014 128,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

brake pedal travel

Pass 22 Feb 2013 116,065 miles

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

outer tyre wall nicks to o/s/f tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2012 101,992 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 101,990 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 88,151 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 77,056 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 67,307 miles

off side front tyre worn on inner edge

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
Full Lexus IS220 reliability report

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NV55 FRK is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NV55 FRK, 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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NV55 FRK is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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