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FG08 MJE

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

141,654 mi
Last recorded141,654 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 MJE
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 141,654 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 May 2013 137,346 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 May 2013 137,346 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 120,854 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 120,854 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 82,313 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 82,313 miles

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

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 MJE 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 57.1%.

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 MJE, 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 MJE registered?

FG08 MJE is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is FG08 MJE safe to buy?

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