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BK08 TYA

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

187,572 mi
Last recorded187,572 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TYA
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 187,572 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 178,454 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 167,655 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 167,653 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 152,708 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 142,823 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2016 135,540 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

wipers worn

Pass 20 Feb 2015 131,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2014 116,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 96,364 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 79,276 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 66,322 miles

Alloy wheels pitting.

Both windscreen wipers smearing.

Offside front and nearside front tyres worn low on edges.

Offside rear tyre worn to 3mm on centre of tread.

Slight sweat at offside rear shock absorber.

Sweat at nearside rear shock absorber.

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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BK08 TYA is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK08 TYA, 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 BK08 TYA registered?

BK08 TYA is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BK08 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 TYA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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