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OE57 UEM

2007 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

164,080 mi
Last recorded164,080 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 UEM
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 164,080 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 162,217 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 160,073 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 160,073 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 153,079 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight brake imbalance front. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Parking brake lever stiff and minimal movement but does operate within requirements. (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jul 2023 153,079 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Slight brake imbalance front. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both headlamps poor image, polish lenses - PRS. (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Parking brake lever stiff and minimal movement but does operate within requirements. (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 147,638 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Slight blow at corroded exhaust mount in center pipe, but secure at this time. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Jul 2022 147,638 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No correct beam pattern from either headlamp. (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective Slight blow at corroded exhaust mount in center pipe, but secure at this time. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 143,522 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 139,290 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Jul 2021 139,236 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.5 plate limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 130,963 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 118,305 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 107,566 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 97,667 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 88,567 miles

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 71,544 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 58,909 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 45,843 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 35,458 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 35,457 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 27,789 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 27,520 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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OE57 UEM is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 OE57 UEM, 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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OE57 UEM is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 December 2007.

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