Lexus Is 220D Se
From 239 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 10 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective | 5 |
| emission control equipment fitted by the manufacturer missing, obviously modified or obviously defective | 4 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 4 |
| headlamp reflector or lens seriously defective or missing | 4 |
| esc mil indicates a system malfunction | 4 |
| smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.5% of Is 220D Se failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 69.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Is 220D Ses tested had between 107,598 and 159,107 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 126,008 median miles, the Is 220D Se has 0.022 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Lexus Is 220D Se MOT pass rate?
The Lexus Is 220D Se has a 72.8% MOT pass rate based on 239 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Lexus Is 220D Se?
The most common MOT failure on the Lexus Is 220D Se is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Lexus Is 220D Se at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Lexus Is 220D Se is 126,008 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 107,598 and 159,107 miles.
Buying a used Is 220D Se?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 72.8% pass rate and an average repair bill of £57 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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