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BFZ 8603

2006 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,833 mi
Last recorded163,833 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D95,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFZ 8603
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 163,833 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 163,521 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 144,836 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 130,472 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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BFZ 8603 is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 95,986 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 Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFZ 8603, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BFZ 8603 registered?

BFZ 8603 is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is BFZ 8603 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFZ 8603 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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