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FY61 DMX

2011 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,954 mi
Last recorded140,954 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Lexus IS22082,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 DMX
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 140,954 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 140,145 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 139,046 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 139,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 134,214 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 128,623 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 125,010 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2020 123,286 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

prop shaft rubber mount deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2019 119,051 miles

Offside Front Outer tyre has had puncture run flat wall off tyre weakened

Pass 12 Apr 2018 116,190 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 116,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 108,981 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 107,064 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 102,175 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 96,022 miles

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

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

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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FY61 DMX is a 2011 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 82,299 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 IS220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY61 DMX, 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 15 years old, this Lexus IS220 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY61 DMX registered?

FY61 DMX is a 2011 Lexus IS220, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is FY61 DMX safe to buy?

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