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YX55 VHO

2005 Lexus IS220

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

133,506 mi
Last recorded133,506 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS22090,199 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 VHO
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 133,506 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

low brake peddle

Fail 31 Jul 2017 133,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

low brake peddle

Pass 14 Jul 2016 113,543 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 113,531 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 94,566 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 94,566 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 79,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jun 2014 79,850 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 67,543 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 65,003 miles

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

both rear tyre treads getting low

nearside front tyre worn off on edges(raised tread) & close to legal limit

Pass 6 Jan 2012 55,762 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 47,565 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 39,366 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 30,164 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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YX55 VHO is a 2005 Lexus IS220 in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 90,199 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 YX55 VHO, 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 21 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 YX55 VHO registered?

YX55 VHO is a 2005 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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