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WV57 VAJ

2007 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,523 mi
Last recorded137,523 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS22090,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV57 VAJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2024 137,523 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 135,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 135,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords NANKANG size:225/45/ZR17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords NANKANG size:225/45/ZR17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted one of the mounting pin missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm HILFY size:245/45/R17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 129,936 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 120,293 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 13 Jul 2018 99,702 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 74,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Jul 2017 74,215 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wear on the inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Aug 2016 64,659 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,646 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2014 50,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2013 45,156 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 39,361 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 34,384 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 30,040 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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WV57 VAJ is a 2007 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 90,183 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 WV57 VAJ, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WV57 VAJ is a 2007 Lexus IS220, first registered on 24 September 2007.

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