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NU59 XPC

2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,745 mi
Last recorded96,745 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i83,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU59 XPC
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Se-i
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 96,745 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 96,745 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 90,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 88,010 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 88,010 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 82,509 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 76,132 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 73,843 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 71,340 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 65,948 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 65,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 59,652 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 55,042 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Nov 2015 47,792 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 41,284 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 41,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

winter tyres fitted.

Pass 25 Oct 2013 35,889 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 30,674 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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NU59 XPC is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NU59 XPC, 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 NU59 XPC registered?

NU59 XPC is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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