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VK09 HTP

2009 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,295 mi
Last recorded110,295 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK09 HTP
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 110,295 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 110,295 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 107,779 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 104,398 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 100,660 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 96,782 miles

both front brake discs lip

Fail 11 Dec 2017 96,621 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

both front brake discs lip & worn

Pass 14 Dec 2016 91,480 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 91,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 84,329 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 77,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 69,482 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 59,686 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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VK09 HTP is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 VK09 HTP, 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 VK09 HTP registered?

VK09 HTP is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 14 July 2009.

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