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DP08 SEB

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,148 mi
Last recorded3,148 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP08 SEB
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2026 3,148 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 62,840 miles

Central exhaust heat shield loose

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH rear pipes corroded - require cleaning / greasing (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle underside has general age related corrosion front to rear

Pass 19 Aug 2024 51,231 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH front lower arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holders and dash cam fastened to screen

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded - requires cleaning/greasing (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle underside has age related corrosion to floor pan and suspension components front to rear

Pass 9 Aug 2023 48,885 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 48,160 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 47,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 47,085 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 46,801 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 46,347 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 45,932 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,622 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,312 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 38,571 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 32,083 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,567 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 18,112 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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DP08 SEB is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DP08 SEB, 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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What year was DP08 SEB registered?

DP08 SEB is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is DP08 SEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP08 SEB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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