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RF56 VWL

2007 Lexus Is 220D SE

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,489 mi
Last recorded145,489 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2007 Lexus Is 220D SE96,159 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 VWL
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 145,489 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 133,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 119,402 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Oct 2017 119,402 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 106,924 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 93,538 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 93,538 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 82,853 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 66,410 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 52,392 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 41,053 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 28,828 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D SE?

Based on 7,837 MOT tests across 794 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,561
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
794
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
position lamp(s) not working 59
Headlamp aim too low 43
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RF56 VWL is a 2007 Lexus Is 220D SE in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Lexus Is 220D SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 96,159 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 232 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF56 VWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D SE typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Lexus Is 220D SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF56 VWL registered?

RF56 VWL is a 2007 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 5 January 2007.

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