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PJ55 MKV

2006 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,884 mi
Last recorded118,884 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ55 MKV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 118,884 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 104,408 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 104,408 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 89,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 89,155 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 70,773 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 58,046 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer slight wear outer edge,outer sidewall has damage,no visible cords

Offside Front tyre badly worn outer edge,and has damage to outer sidewall,no cords visible

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

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall damaged,no cords visible,slight wear edges

emissions too clean to register

Pass 29 Oct 2015 48,174 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 433,380 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 36,041 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 36,041 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 26,802 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 21,691 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 17,116 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 13,617 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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PJ55 MKV is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 PJ55 MKV, 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 PJ55 MKV registered?

PJ55 MKV is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 2 February 2006.

Is PJ55 MKV safe to buy?

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