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RF06 VSV

2006 Lexus Is 220D

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

181,739 mi
Last recorded181,739 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D95,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 VSV
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 181,739 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 176,575 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 170,160 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 158,708 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 147,197 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 147,197 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 132,996 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 116,533 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 103,615 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 85,775 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 85,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

off side rear tyre sidewall is split

Pass 13 Sep 2012 75,158 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2012 75,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 64,128 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 54,604 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 39,544 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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RF06 VSV is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 95,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF06 VSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF06 VSV registered?

RF06 VSV is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 26 July 2006.

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The MOT history for RF06 VSV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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