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NV56 MVZ

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,243 mi
Last recorded158,243 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV56 MVZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 158,243 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 131,187 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 131,177 miles

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 104,730 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 77,361 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 49,758 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2009 32,726 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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NV56 MVZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 93,392 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 NV56 MVZ, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NV56 MVZ registered?

NV56 MVZ is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is NV56 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV56 MVZ shows 7 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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