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DF06 LFY

2006 Lexus Is 220D SE

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,407 mi
Last recorded148,407 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE96,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF06 LFY
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2013 148,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 148,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 126,674 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 111,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 89,849 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 58,717 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 58,717 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D SE?

Based on 7,837 MOT tests across 794 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,561
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
794
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
position lamp(s) not working 59
Headlamp aim too low 43
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DF06 LFY is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 96,450 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 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 232 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF06 LFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was DF06 LFY registered?

DF06 LFY is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is DF06 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF06 LFY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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