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DE08 BZO

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,042 mi
Last recorded136,042 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 BZO
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 136,042 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 160,305 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 133,005 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2024 130,047 miles

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

general corrosion

Pass 14 Jan 2023 125,354 miles

GENERAL CORROSION

Fail 14 Jan 2023 125,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

GENERAL CORROSION

Pass 24 Dec 2021 120,398 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 117,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides back bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 117,771 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides back bush cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 107,511 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 91,910 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 76,049 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 65,259 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 52,770 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 36,441 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracking no ply or cords are exposed

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 30,874 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,670 miles

near side rear and off side rear tyre cracks inbetween treads, no cords visable on inspection.

Pass 22 Mar 2011 23,757 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 BZO is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DE08 BZO, 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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DE08 BZO is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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