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PY56 EVM

2006 Lexus Is 220D

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

181,888 mi
Last recorded181,888 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D95,986 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY56 EVM
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 181,888 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 175,005 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 170,736 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 159,638 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 148,190 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 137,407 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 126,120 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 113,557 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 113,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 99,742 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 28 Dec 2012 72,590 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 72,590 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 48,015 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 33,454 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 28,899 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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PY56 EVM is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 95,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PY56 EVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PY56 EVM registered?

PY56 EVM is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 29 December 2006.

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