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BV08 NUX

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,066 mi
Last recorded130,066 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 130,066 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 123,792 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 120,417 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 114,589 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 108,290 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 101,480 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 88,060 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 83,953 miles

N/S Front tyre has a small cut

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2015 83,953 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

N/S Front tyre has a small cut

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 77,570 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 71,033 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 71,033 miles

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

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)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 61,393 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 48,509 miles

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)

offside front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall

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 NUX is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV08 NUX, 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 NUX registered?

BV08 NUX is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BV08 NUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 NUX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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