2006 Lexus IS220 2.2L Diesel · BT56 CFY

The vehicle lacks a valid MOT certificate for the current year, having expired in June 2025 after the last successful test occurred in June 2024. Maintenance trends indicate a worsening condition within the braking and fuel systems rather than stability. While the June 2024 test resulted in a pass, it carried significant advisories regarding the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint and fluctuating service brakes. This follows a direct failure just one day prior where the same suspension component and both front service brakes caused rejection. The presence of a leaking central rear fuel pipe in that same week highlights severe maintenance neglect. Recorded mileage stands at 105,183 miles against a twenty-year age profile, averaging roughly 5,259 miles per year. Data gaps exist between the July 2022 test at 96,582 miles and the June 2024 entry at 105,183 miles. During this interval, the odometer advanced by nearly 9,000 miles, suggesting periods of heavier usage than the long-term average implies. Such activity levels typically accelerate wear on suspension bushes and brake discs compared to vehicles kept stationary for extended durations. Immediate attention requires the braking hydraulics following multiple reports of excessively fluctuating service brakes and deteriorated brake hoses since 2022. Corrosion on brake pipes covered in grease appeared in the 2022 records, pointing to potential underlying rust issues affecting structural integrity near wheel arches. A buyer should inspect the central rear fuel pipe for leaks and replace the anti-roll bar ball joints before considering any purchase. The headlamp aim errors noted in 2022 also warrant verification to ensure compliance with lighting regulations.