Lexus Is 220d Se MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Is 220d Se. Check any Is 220d Se by registration number below.

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76.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.3%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Is 220d Se — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Is 220d Se has an average MOT pass rate of 76.4%, which is 10.3 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Is 220d Se on the road.

The most common reasons a Lexus Is 220d Se fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Is 220d Se for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Lexus Is 220d Se, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Lexus Is 220d Se performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 54 vehicles

87.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

10.0%

2009

Based on 69 vehicles

65.2%Average

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

35.0%

2008

Based on 68 vehicles

70.6%Average

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

33.3%

2007

Based on 147 vehicles

74.8%Average

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

6.7%

2006

Based on 60 vehicles

81.7%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

20.0%

0

Based on 187 vehicles

79.1%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

134k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Is 220d Se

The most common reasons a Lexus Is 220d Se fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

7.5%

Lexus Is 220d Se Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

1.9%

Rear Nearside

1.9%

Offside

1.9%

Other Lexus Models

Compare MOT reliability across Lexus models.

Lexus Ls430

88.8% pass rate

Lexus Is F

92.6% pass rate

Lexus Is 250 Advance Auto

87.6% pass rate

Lexus Gs450h

91.4% pass rate

Lexus Is 300h Premier Cvt

89.3% pass rate

Lexus Is250

82.0% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Lexus Is 220d Se

Lexus Is 220d Se — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Is 220d Se MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is 220d Se?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is 220d Se is 76.4% compared to the Lexus average of 86.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Lexus Is 220d Se?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Is 220d Se are: Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (7.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus Is 220d Se reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 76.4%, the Lexus Is 220d Se is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Lexus Is 220d Se?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Lexus Is 220d Se?

Typical mileage for the Lexus Is 220d Se: 133,708 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Is 220d Se to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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