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EX08 EKJ

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

181,518 mi
Last recorded181,518 miles
Recorded on28 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2022 181,518 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 170,139 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 161,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 161,255 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))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Mar 2019 150,313 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust system corroded

Pass 10 Mar 2018 137,369 miles

Front Tyres wearing inner & Outer

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 126,904 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 116,883 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 107,873 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 94,066 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 80,424 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 68,728 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 55,639 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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EX08 EKJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EX08 EKJ, 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 EKJ registered?

EX08 EKJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is EX08 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 EKJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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