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SL09 XPS

2009 Lexus IS220

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

151,651 mi
Last recorded151,651 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 XPS
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 151,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Fail 28 Nov 2025 151,537 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 145,046 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 137,813 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Nov 2022 124,700 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 114,881 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 104,320 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 83,707 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 May 2018 71,625 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 59,006 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 53,838 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 49,572 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 43,566 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 38,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 30,054 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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SL09 XPS is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SL09 XPS, 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 SL09 XPS registered?

SL09 XPS is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is SL09 XPS safe to buy?

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