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VX56 UKR

2006 Lexus IS220

Bronze Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

165,318 mi
Last recorded165,318 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 UKR
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 165,318 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 153,624 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 136,896 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 116,244 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 116,162 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 100,372 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 90,771 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 89,333 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 89,333 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 82,264 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 72,689 miles

Exhaust smoke emissions tested but too low to register result on smoke meter

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 66,718 miles

Exhaust smoke emissions tested but too low to register result on smoke meter

Item(s) removed from drivers view of the road prior to inspection

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2016 63,234 miles

Exhaust smoke emission limits too low to register result on smoke meter

Under trays fitted preventing inspection of some underside components

Pass 21 Jan 2015 58,586 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2014 53,330 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Jan 2013 47,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Sep 2011 43,721 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 43,721 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 33,475 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 21,904 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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VX56 UKR is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Bronze with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 VX56 UKR, 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 VX56 UKR registered?

VX56 UKR is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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