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BG08 ZDJ

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

169,552 mi
Last recorded169,552 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 ZDJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2025 169,552 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on vehicle lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 22 Feb 2025 169,552 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on vehicle lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 19 Jun 2023 167,574 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on vehicle lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various on vehcile front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2023 167,357 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all on vehicle lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various on vehcile front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 167,820 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 166,271 miles

steering noisy in operation

Pass 2 Jun 2018 155,855 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 155,855 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 144,410 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 143,390 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 143,390 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 140,424 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 130,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 130,517 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 102,318 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 99,707 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 89,965 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front brake disc worn

offside front brake disc worn

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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BG08 ZDJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BG08 ZDJ, 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 BG08 ZDJ registered?

BG08 ZDJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 11 July 2008.

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