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AV59 BZF

2009 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,298 mi
Last recorded85,298 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV59 BZF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 85,298 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 83,169 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 81,645 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 76,376 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 73,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 70,998 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 70,896 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 67,346 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 67,346 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 62,490 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 55,800 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 48,753 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 43,246 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 38,525 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 32,497 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 27,162 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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AV59 BZF is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AV59 BZF, 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 AV59 BZF registered?

AV59 BZF is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AV59 BZF safe to buy?

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