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FG08 MJK

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

182,331 mi
Last recorded182,331 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 182,331 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Pass 31 May 2022 172,454 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 159,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 159,782 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 140,659 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 132,238 miles

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 125,633 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 116,195 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 104,326 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread is getting low

advise both rear wheels slight bind

Pass 27 Mar 2015 91,059 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 80,865 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 69,063 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 58,802 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 42,069 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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FG08 MJK is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FG08 MJK, 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 MJK registered?

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

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