2009 Lexus IS220 2.2L Diesel · FN09 UEC

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 with no recorded defects. While the car failed the initial test that same day due to a non-functional offside front position lamp, this minor electrical fault was rectified immediately. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle achieved clean passes in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that the primary mechanical and structural components have been maintained to an acceptable standard recently. At 144,853 miles, the Lexus has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year over its seventeen-year life, which aligns with typical usage for an older saloon. The data shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 10,000 miles covered between March 2025 and April 2026, and another 9,400 miles between April 2024 and March 2025. This regularity indicates the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of stagnation that could cause component degradation. A buyer should pay close attention to the tyre alignment, as the 2023 test at 116,073 miles flagged three tyres for being worn close to the legal limit and specifically on the edges. This pattern often indicates tracking issues or worn suspension bushes that may require attention to prevent premature tyre wear. Given the age and mileage, a physical inspection of the lower chassis for corrosion on the sills and suspension mounting points is essential, as these are common areas of failure for this model that have not yet appeared in the MOT advisories.