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DV08 FRN

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

140,279 mi
Last recorded140,279 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 FRN
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 140,279 miles

Front nearside & offside front headlamp outer lens slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front fog lamp detached/damaged

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 127,160 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Suspension Has Areas Of Corrosion

Fail 5 Oct 2021 127,004 miles

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

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

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Suspension Has Areas Of Corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2020 111,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 111,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 97,744 miles

Not all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays and or engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2018 84,437 miles

Long travel on brake pedal

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

Fail 4 Sep 2018 84,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Long travel on brake pedal

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 70,072 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 59,061 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer edges worn to no visible tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 47,030 miles

engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 44,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Apr 2014 41,063 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 37,970 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 25,519 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 18,640 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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DV08 FRN is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DV08 FRN, 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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DV08 FRN is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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