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LL59 KWS

2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,831 mi
Last recorded116,831 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i83,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL59 KWS
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Se-i
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 116,831 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 109,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 96,084 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 81,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 74,831 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 68,218 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 68,206 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 59,429 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 55,707 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 52,969 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 49,138 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 45,806 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 41,462 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 36,966 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 31,928 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D Se-i?

Based on 1,421 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
7,165
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 10
brake caliper has restricted free movement 8
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
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LL59 KWS is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i in Silver 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 Is 220D Se-i models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 83,014 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D Se-i fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LL59 KWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D Se-i typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus Is 220D Se-i is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LL59 KWS registered?

LL59 KWS is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i, first registered on 27 November 2009.

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