2007 Lexus IS220 2.2L Diesel · OY57 UWF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to developing age-related wear. The most recent test in September 2024 at 88,288 miles flagged multiple advisories related to the front suspension assembly and braking system. While the car passed, the presence of worn suspension bushes, ball joint play, and corroded coil springs indicates that rubber and metal components are beginning to reach their service limit despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,647 miles per year. The data reveals a significant period of low use between June 2021 and September 2024, where the car covered only 775 miles over three years. This pattern of infrequent use often leads to accelerated degradation of components through oxidation and seizing, as evidenced by the corrosion on the coil springs and the pitted brake discs noted in 2024. The vehicle has likely sat stationary for long periods during these intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to assess the extent of the corrosion on the coil springs and the play in the bushes. The tester specifically noted the nearside suspension arm ball joint and offside suspension rod bushes, which require monitoring to prevent future mechanical failure. Furthermore, the brake discs have been flagged as worn and pitted consistently in both 2021 and 2024; these surfaces are likely thin and may require replacement to ensure effective stopping performance and to prevent premature wear of the calipers.