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EO08 SJV

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,821 mi
Last recorded115,821 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 SJV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 115,821 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 102,023 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 94,767 miles

engine covers fitted obstructing some components

under trays fitted obstructing some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2015 87,633 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 87,593 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 80,223 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 75,403 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 75,403 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 64,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 47,479 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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EO08 SJV is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO08 SJV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EO08 SJV registered?

EO08 SJV is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 2 April 2008.

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