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SK59 JZJ

2009 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

170,005 mi
Last recorded170,005 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK59 JZJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2025 170,005 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Jul 2024 163,981 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Tyre obviously under inflated all (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 151,090 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 146,269 miles

BOTTOM COVERS FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 130,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 111,075 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 101,503 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 93,199 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 82,283 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 66,987 miles

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)

large under trays fitted to the underside of the vehicle restricting the view of testable items

Pass 26 Aug 2014 53,358 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 41,063 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,346 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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SK59 JZJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SK59 JZJ, 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 SK59 JZJ registered?

SK59 JZJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SK59 JZJ safe to buy?

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