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EX58 VTJ

2008 Lexus IS220

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,898 mi
Last recorded87,898 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 VTJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 87,898 miles

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

Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 79,760 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear body is damaged

undertray fitted

Fail 5 Jul 2019 79,760 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear body is damaged

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2018 70,786 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

Pass 22 Jun 2017 70,652 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 7 May 2016 68,842 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 64,235 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 59,392 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 59,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 54,092 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 47,335 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 47,335 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front o/s tyre showing uneven wear

Pass 27 Aug 2011 39,961 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

sills covered

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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EX58 VTJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in White 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 EX58 VTJ, 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 EX58 VTJ registered?

EX58 VTJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is EX58 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 VTJ 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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