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RJ57 MEU

2007 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,603 mi
Last recorded137,603 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 MEU
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 137,603 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 137,603 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2019 125,648 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 113,925 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 100,647 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 25 Sep 2017 100,647 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 83,308 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 71,051 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2014 66,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 58,424 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2012 50,879 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing low (2mm) and wearing on inner tread

front tyres wearing on inner and outer treads

Pass 16 Oct 2011 42,381 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 34,146 miles

o/s/r & n/s/r tyres wearing both edges

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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RJ57 MEU is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RJ57 MEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ57 MEU registered?

RJ57 MEU is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 October 2007.

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