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P9 OBG

2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,859 mi
Last recorded135,859 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i83,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 OBG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Se-i
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 135,859 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 125,992 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 114,905 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 114,902 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 106,424 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 106,424 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 96,980 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear bumper slightly loose

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 81,812 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 81,214 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2020 70,483 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 57,505 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 57,505 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 49,130 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 49,029 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 41,880 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 28,281 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 25,798 miles

rear tyres cracked in tread

Pass 14 Nov 2014 18,196 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 20 Nov 2013 13,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cuts in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

engine idle slightly high

Pass 21 Nov 2012 11,155 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 11,155 miles

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

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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P9 OBG is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P9 OBG, 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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P9 OBG is a 2009 Lexus Is 220D Se-i, first registered on 29 October 2009.

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