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SL59 EPJ

2009 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

123,917 mi
Last recorded123,917 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 EPJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 123,917 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 123,917 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases midsection (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 114,419 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Jun 2019 102,271 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 88,757 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 76,756 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 65,238 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 60,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 51,381 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 44,285 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 26,908 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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SL59 EPJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SL59 EPJ, 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 SL59 EPJ registered?

SL59 EPJ is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SL59 EPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 EPJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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