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BJ08 OFM

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,352 mi
Last recorded105,352 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2013
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 OFM
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2013 105,352 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 102,883 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 99,034 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 98,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 4 Apr 2011 98,623 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing outer edge

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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BJ08 OFM is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BJ08 OFM, 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 BJ08 OFM registered?

BJ08 OFM is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is BJ08 OFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ08 OFM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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