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BF58 FNT

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

124,045 mi
Last recorded124,045 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 FNT
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 124,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2024 113,685 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 103,675 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 92,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords change soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 90,369 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 90,364 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 87,073 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 17 Aug 2019 84,286 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 81,964 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 76,103 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 69,201 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 60,977 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 60,972 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 60,972 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 60,972 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 50,521 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 50,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2013 43,079 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 33,669 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 25,547 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 25,547 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Both front wiper rubbers starting to smear

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Lexus IS220?

Based on 191,733 MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,548
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
13,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,421
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,297
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,226
position lamp(s) not working 1,660
Headlamp aim too low 1,305
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BF58 FNT is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 87,155 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 IS220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF58 FNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS220 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS220 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BF58 FNT registered?

BF58 FNT is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 19 September 2008.

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