2007 Lexus Is 220D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 705 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Lexus Is 220D, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres. Its pass rate of 79.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.7% in the 150k+ group versus 13.4% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.3% | 108 |
| 2 | Brakes | 11.2% | 79 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.4% | 38 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.0% | 28 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.7% | 19 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 2.7% | 19 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 73 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 49 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 47 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 36 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 32 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 17 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 28.9% | 204 |
| 2 | Tyres | 27.1% | 191 |
| 3 | Suspension | 18.6% | 131 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.3% | 94 |
| 5 | Other defects | 11.6% | 82 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.5% | 46 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 67 | 13.4% |
| 90-120k | 152 | 17.8% |
| 120-150k | 228 | 18.4% |
| 150k+ | 247 | 26.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 225 | 20.0% |
| 2022 | 183 | 19.7% |
| 2023 | 130 | 22.3% |
| 2024 | 101 | 19.8% |
| 2025 | 66 | 21.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Is 220D
Before buying a 2007 Lexus Is 220D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.3% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (11.2% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (5.4% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Lexus Is 220Ds pass their MOT?
79.6% of the 705 2007 Lexus Is 220D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 20.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Lexus Is 220D?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.3% of tests, followed by brakes (11.2%).
Does the 2007 Is 220D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 13.4% in the 60-90k band to 26.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 705 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.