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BV08 NTE

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,029 mi
Last recorded129,029 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 NTE
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 129,029 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f o/s/r n/s/r warning light on dash (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2019 129,029 miles

Offside Front Inner Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f o/s/r n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

warning light on dash ???

Pass 13 Mar 2018 126,689 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 124,949 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 123,582 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 121,001 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 117,990 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 117,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 111,517 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 106,004 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 91,610 miles

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

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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BV08 NTE is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV08 NTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV08 NTE registered?

BV08 NTE is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is BV08 NTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 NTE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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