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SG56 AYD

2006 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

111,572 mi
Last recorded111,572 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 AYD
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 111,572 miles

vehicle has been fully undersealed

Pass 28 Feb 2024 104,850 miles

vehicle has been fully under sealed

Pass 6 Feb 2023 106,070 miles

underside chassis and suspension components heavily corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2021 106,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear + front connections (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension

Fail 17 Dec 2021 106,041 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears at rear + front connections (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

superficial corrosion on underside / suspension

Pass 4 Sep 2020 103,017 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes at ends (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2019 102,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 102,283 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 101,455 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 101,455 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 101,294 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted but not affecting operation (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 101,294 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted but not affecting operation (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 90,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 75,997 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 71,936 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Oct 2013 71,936 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2012 64,881 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 2 Aug 2011 57,899 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 57,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 53,808 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 51,318 miles

all tyres worn close to legal limit

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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SG56 AYD is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 SG56 AYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG56 AYD registered?

SG56 AYD is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is SG56 AYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG56 AYD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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