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BG56 EXN

2006 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,110 mi
Last recorded103,110 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D95,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 EXN
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 103,110 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 93,963 miles

tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 10 Mar 2016 85,617 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 74,255 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 74,255 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 65,819 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2012 55,566 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2012 55,354 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 45,383 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2011 45,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 36,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 26,378 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BG56 EXN is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BG56 EXN, 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 BG56 EXN registered?

BG56 EXN is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is BG56 EXN safe to buy?

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