MOT Status
ValidMileage
152,584 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Outer sill covers and under trays fitted
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))
brake pedal travel / spongy
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
both headlamps glazed
surface corrosion to all suspension arms
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
both headlamps glazed
surface corrosion to all suspension arms
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
under trays fitted obscuring components
Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Nearside Front Tyre Edge Getting Low.
Nearside Rear Tyre Has A Large Cut.
Rear Advise Both Rear Calipers Passed Brake Test but will need inspecting.
Rear Number Plate Distorted.
Rear OFFSIDE REFLECTOR CRACKED.
Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the Lexus IS220?
Based on 191,733 MOT tests across 13,812 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FG08 HYR is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.
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 HYR, 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 FG08 HYR registered?
FG08 HYR is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 March 2008.
Is FG08 HYR safe to buy?
The MOT history for FG08 HYR shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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