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EX08 EHZ

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,494 mi
Last recorded148,494 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 EHZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 148,494 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under tray fitted.

Pass 5 Jan 2016 142,294 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2015 135,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2015 135,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 127,720 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 110,480 miles

oil level low

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged but not cut to the cord

offside front tyre sidewall damaged but not cut to the cord

Pass 29 Apr 2011 88,281 miles

nearside rear brake disc slightly scored on inner face

small cuts in outer sidewall of offside front tyre

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 EHZ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX08 EHZ, 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 EHZ registered?

EX08 EHZ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is EX08 EHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 EHZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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