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DF08 KPK

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,134 mi
Last recorded126,134 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 KPK
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 126,134 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all dices (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 126,134 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all dices (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 111,556 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 104,129 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 296,084 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2023 104,103 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Oct 2022 97,119 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 93,973 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 93,973 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 90,392 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 88,197 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 82,584 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 77,972 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 77,972 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 74,495 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 69,747 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 66,600 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 29 Sep 2014 66,600 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 63,164 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 63,164 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 57,565 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 55,321 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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DF08 KPK is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 91,868 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF08 KPK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF08 KPK registered?

DF08 KPK is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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