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AV08 DZO

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,525 mi
Last recorded152,525 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 DZO
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 152,525 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 144,082 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 144,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 137,176 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak/undertrayfitted

Fail 28 Jul 2015 137,176 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leak/undertrayfitted

Pass 27 Jun 2014 153,260 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 149,976 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 149,976 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 140,041 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Mar 2011 108,875 miles

Front number plate slightly damaged.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear tyres worn to 3mm

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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AV08 DZO is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 91,868 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV08 DZO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV08 DZO registered?

AV08 DZO is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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