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SF55 XSP

2006 Lexus Is 220D SE

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,043 mi
Last recorded81,043 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE96,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 XSP
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 81,043 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 81,043 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 76,527 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 67,601 miles

Oil leak

rear tyres showing some cracking between tread

Pass 8 Jul 2013 61,132 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 56,056 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 51,827 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 41,294 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 28,267 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 18,026 miles

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

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D SE?

Based on 7,837 MOT tests across 794 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,561
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
794
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
position lamp(s) not working 59
Headlamp aim too low 43
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SF55 XSP is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 96,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 232 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF55 XSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SF55 XSP registered?

SF55 XSP is a 2006 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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