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EX08 EHS

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

206,827 mi
Last recorded206,827 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 EHS
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 206,827 miles

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

parking brake lever high but meets requirements

Pass 1 Aug 2019 197,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 196,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under shield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2018 184,239 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 170,946 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 170,946 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 154,100 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 129,961 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 103,036 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Apr 2013 78,567 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 78,567 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 54,595 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 40,056 miles

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

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

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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EX08 EHS is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EX08 EHS, 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 EX08 EHS registered?

EX08 EHS is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is EX08 EHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 EHS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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