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Lexus IS220

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,231 cc

LS59 AKUMOT history

LS59 AKU is a blue diesel Lexus IS220 first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2026
Mileage
106,341 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 AKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS220
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,231 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 AKU was last recorded at 106,341 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 7,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,018 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
7,323 miles
Average per year
7,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,341 miles
  • 2024 – 99,018 miles
  • 2023 – 92,505 miles
  • 2022 – 85,726 miles
  • 2021 – 78,420 miles
  • 2020 – 73,108 miles
  • 2019 – 66,082 miles
  • 2018 – 56,206 miles
  • 2017 – 49,916 miles
  • 2016 – 44,031 miles
  • 2015 – 32,944 miles
  • 2014 – 28,095 miles
  • 2013 – 22,098 miles
  • 2012 – 15,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,341 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both near side and off side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside headlamp aim poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,341 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,341 miles
    Test number
    974577594043
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail106,341 miles (+7,323)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,341 miles
    Test number
    765000604099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass99,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,018 miles
    Test number
    257806909745
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail99,015 miles (+6,510)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,015 miles
    Test number
    613915988231
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass92,505 miles (+6,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,505 miles
    Test number
    573537063267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass85,726 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    85,726 miles
    Test number
    360261135395
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both near side and off side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim poor
  7. Fail85,724 miles (+7,304)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,724 miles
    Test number
    114026312381
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both near side and off side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim poor
  8. Pass78,420 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,420 miles
    Test number
    564572976902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on edges, replacement advised soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  9. Fail78,420 miles (+5,312)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,420 miles
    Test number
    721685575196
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on edges, replacement advised soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  10. Pass73,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    626504506765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  11. Fail73,108 miles (+7,026)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,108 miles
    Test number
    643109045936
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Pass66,082 miles (+9,876)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,082 miles
    Test number
    104245163538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,206 miles (+6,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,206 miles
    Test number
    800296661383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to screen in zone (a) but not obstructing drivers view at time of test
  14. Pass49,916 miles (+5,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,916 miles
    Test number
    947145869252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted covering mot-able items and prescribed areas
  15. Pass44,031 miles (+11,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,031 miles
    Test number
    682703262529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut in side wall not exposing cords or over 25mm
  16. Pass32,944 miles (+4,849)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,944 miles
    Test number
    797617115262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,095 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,095 miles
    Test number
    399710324259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,098 miles (+6,683)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    22,098 miles
    Test number
    466420923286
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass15,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,415 miles
    Test number
    405069822266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 AKU

Does LS59 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 AKU expired on 15 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 AKU?
The MOT on LS59 AKU expired on 15 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 AKU done?
LS59 AKU was recorded at 106,341 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 7,001 miles a year.
Has LS59 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 AKU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 AKU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 AKU find?
LS59 AKU passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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