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BK59 CAX

2009 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

152,150 mi
Last recorded152,150 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS22086,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 CAX
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 152,150 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 133,452 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 133,452 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 120,823 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 108,133 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 93,651 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 82,342 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 May 2019 66,421 miles

front brake pads worn low and discs lipped

Pass 4 May 2018 51,118 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre repairable ()

Pass 18 May 2017 38,668 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 30,337 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 20,780 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 11,980 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 10,711 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 10,113 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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BK59 CAX is a 2009 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BK59 CAX, 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 BK59 CAX registered?

BK59 CAX is a 2009 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is BK59 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 CAX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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