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RX59 KYA

2009 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

110,276 mi
Last recorded110,276 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 KYA
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 110,276 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 98,104 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 84,264 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 84,264 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 72,420 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 66,679 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 66,679 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 55,441 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 49,963 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 45,111 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 38,689 miles

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

Nearside Rear cracks in tyre tread pattern

Offside Rear cracks in tyre tread pattern

parking brake only just met efficiency requirements

Pass 27 May 2015 31,900 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 25,582 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Small cracks in the tread of front and rear tyres

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 20,061 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,294 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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RX59 KYA is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 86,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX59 KYA, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX59 KYA registered?

RX59 KYA is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 19 September 2009.

Is RX59 KYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 KYA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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