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FH08 BNF

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

199,079 mi
Last recorded199,079 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 BNF
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 199,079 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2023 198,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 196,893 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 196,893 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 195,014 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 194,784 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 188,340 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 181,641 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 172,882 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 159,660 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 142,371 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 120,946 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 97,799 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 97,727 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 76,706 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front wiper blade is deteroirated

Slight damage to outer wall on nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2011 58,546 miles

Offside front tyre is starting to wear on the outer edge

Slight damage to the outer wall on nearside front tyre

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 BNF is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FH08 BNF, 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 BNF registered?

FH08 BNF is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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