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BG08 ZDN

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

134,356 mi
Last recorded134,356 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 ZDN
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 134,356 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Aug 2016 126,961 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 116,874 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 110,674 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2014 110,673 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 103,131 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 103,131 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 90,796 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 90,795 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 78,941 miles

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 ZDN is a 2008 Lexus IS220 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 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 ZDN, 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 ZDN registered?

BG08 ZDN is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is BG08 ZDN safe to buy?

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