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BD08 DXY

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,245 mi
Last recorded118,245 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 DXY
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2020 118,245 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch lining/ cover not fully secured

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer corroded heavily but brake performance OK, possibly caliper issue or guiding pins (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 118,245 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner wheel arch lining/ cover not fully secured

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer corroded heavily but brake performance OK, possibly caliper issue or guiding pins (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 109,166 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 94,797 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 94,797 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 87,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut on the side wall but not showing any ply or cords.

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Dec 2016 87,552 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear tyre has a cut on the side wall but not showing any ply or cords.

Offside Front Bumper insecure ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2016 85,512 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring viewing of some underside components

Fail 8 Jan 2016 85,512 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under tray fitted obscuring viewing of some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2015 80,996 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 80,996 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 68,679 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 54,887 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 23,727 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 18,371 miles

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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BD08 DXY is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BD08 DXY, 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 BD08 DXY registered?

BD08 DXY is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 5 June 2008.

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