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BK08 TYC

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,544 mi
Last recorded147,544 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TYC
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 147,544 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 140,150 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,507 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 131,825 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 128,208 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 116,421 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 116,421 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 89,200 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 89,199 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 78,328 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 68,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 56,939 miles

advisory chips on windscreen

advisory front no plate starting to discolour

advisory n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

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 TYC is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TYC, 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 TYC registered?

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

Is BK08 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 TYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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