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FH08 BMY

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

207,063 mi
Last recorded207,063 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 BMY
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 207,063 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine and under tray are fitted

slight damaged to rear bumper

Fail 16 Jul 2016 207,032 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (5.4.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine and under tray are fitted

slight damaged to rear bumper

Pass 20 Jun 2015 173,815 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 153,060 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 142,581 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 129,897 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 91,334 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 91,334 miles

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

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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FH08 BMY is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH08 BMY, 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 FH08 BMY registered?

FH08 BMY is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is FH08 BMY safe to buy?

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