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AF53 LEW

2006 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

141,579 mi
Last recorded141,579 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS22093,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 LEW
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 141,579 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 140,012 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 138,001 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 137,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 135,649 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2021 135,649 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 133,434 miles

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

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

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2019 132,172 miles

engine covers and vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2016 127,639 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 120,067 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 115,027 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 109,727 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 103,799 miles

exhaust emissions too clean for emission tester to read

Pass 30 Aug 2011 98,418 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 98,394 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 91,377 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 69,757 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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AF53 LEW is a 2006 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF53 LEW, 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

How do I check the history of AF53 LEW?

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What year was AF53 LEW registered?

AF53 LEW is a 2006 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AF53 LEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 LEW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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