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FG08 CBF

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

136,616 mi
Last recorded136,616 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 CBF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 136,616 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension Components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General Underbody Corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 132,627 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroding in most areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 131,863 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places corroding badly but not holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting points. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 123,653 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 117,427 miles

plastic covers on both outer sills

restricted vision under vehicle due multiple covers

Pass 4 Jun 2021 109,183 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 84,813 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 77,717 miles

Both rear wheels binding, unable to check wheelbearings

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2019 77,717 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Both rear wheels binding, unable to check wheelbearings

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 75,389 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 73,178 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 Nov 2017 73,178 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release centre (5.2.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2016 65,975 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 380 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 53,337 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front d bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

nearside rear tyre bold on inside edge

Pass 14 Oct 2014 42,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

clean emissions

Pass 21 Oct 2013 30,117 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 30 Oct 2012 19,738 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2012 15,159 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Slight corrosion to Rear discs

Slight wear lip to front discs

Pass 28 Mar 2012 15,159 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Slight corrosion to Rear discs

Slight wear lip to front discs

Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,993 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 5,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FG08 CBF is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 FG08 CBF, 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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FG08 CBF is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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