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DE08 BLV

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,463 mi
Last recorded112,463 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 BLV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 112,463 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 107,767 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 105,864 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 99,265 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 99,097 miles

Brake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 86,401 miles

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

emissions too clean to be detetcted

Fail 13 Jun 2016 86,401 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

emissions too clean to be detetcted

Pass 22 May 2015 69,598 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges and small cracks

Pass 9 Jun 2014 57,488 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 56,103 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 47,118 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 37,192 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 29,622 miles

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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DE08 BLV is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE08 BLV, 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 DE08 BLV registered?

DE08 BLV is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DE08 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 BLV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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