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DU08 VUA

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,101 mi
Last recorded14,101 miles
Recorded on9 May 2011
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VUA
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 May 2011 14,101 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 14,101 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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DU08 VUA is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DU08 VUA, 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 DU08 VUA registered?

DU08 VUA is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is DU08 VUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 VUA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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