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NM09 ORE

2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

169,765 mi
Last recorded169,765 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i83,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM09 ORE
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Se-i
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 169,765 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 164,511 miles

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

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

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

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 150,916 miles

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

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

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear rubber (6.1.7 (d) (i))

fuel tank has evidence of fuel leak not leaking at time of test

Pass 18 Jun 2021 137,931 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 137,808 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 127,444 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material uncoated sections of both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 116,656 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front also close to limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 105,653 miles

under trays fitted unable to check

Fail 21 Jun 2018 105,653 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

under trays fitted unable to check

Pass 19 Jun 2017 94,750 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)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 82,861 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 72,085 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 70,646 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 63,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Feb 2014 63,974 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2013 55,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2012 48,176 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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NM09 ORE is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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-i fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NM09 ORE, 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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NM09 ORE is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i, first registered on 1 March 2009.

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