Lexus Is 220d se
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 5 years from 283 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
80%
Total Tests
283
Best Year
2010 (91%)
Years Covered
5
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Lexus Is 220d se by Year
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About the Lexus Is 220d se
The Lexus Is 220d se has been tested 283 times in 2024 MOT data across 5 model years (2006 to 2010), with an average pass rate of 80%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2010 model is the most reliable with a 91% pass rate from 44 tests. The 2009 model has the lowest at 72%. With a 19 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2006) averages 132,299 miles, while the newest (2010) averages 107,455 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the Is 220d se is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Lexus models.
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