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BT56 CGV

2007 Lexus Is 220D

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,652 mi
Last recorded190,652 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus Is 220D95,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT56 CGV
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2026 190,652 miles

Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 182,708 miles

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive slight leak from tank (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 176,838 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both headlamps misty

Pass 13 Apr 2023 167,187 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 160,416 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 160,375 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 149,586 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 140,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2019 140,343 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 129,319 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 119,296 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 109,756 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 101,870 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 100,617 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 88,746 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 76,538 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 65,549 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 May 2012 64,051 miles

all tyres worn on edges of treads,rest of treads getting low,treads are stepped design so edges not classed as part of central 3/4 of tread.

not checked various parts of engine bay or underside due to civers fitted.

Pass 13 Jun 2011 60,994 miles

Front brake discs worn/lipped

Front tyres scrubbed on outer edges

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 48,012 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 35,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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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BT56 CGV is a 2007 Lexus Is 220D in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 95,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT56 CGV, 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 19 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BT56 CGV is a 2007 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 11 January 2007.

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