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RO56 VJA

2006 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,810 mi
Last recorded140,810 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 VJA
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 140,810 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 140,798 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 127,461 miles

slight oil leek

Pass 2 Mar 2019 121,806 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 114,258 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 110,070 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 104,901 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 104,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 94,956 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 84,295 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 84,295 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 74,604 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 62,924 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 54,357 miles

offside front tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 2 Nov 2009 45,646 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 45,646 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

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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RO56 VJA is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RO56 VJA, 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 RO56 VJA registered?

RO56 VJA is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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