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FL08 LGD

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

165,994 mi
Last recorded165,994 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 LGD
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 165,994 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 165,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened anti-roll bar mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 163,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear mount brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Sep 2022 163,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect and o/s/f product on lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear mount brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2021 157,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged and o/s/f cuts to tread, lifting on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and o/s/r subframe mount brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2021 157,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake prescribed area is inadequately repaired brake pad retaining pin loose, coming out of caliper (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged and o/s/f cuts to tread, lifting on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and o/s/r subframe mount brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2020 151,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brackets, mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brackets, mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

stone chips to screen

Fail 25 Sep 2020 151,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect product on lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brackets, mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brackets, mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

stone chips to screen

Pass 18 Sep 2019 144,835 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 136,245 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 131,266 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 125,693 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 120,647 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 115,656 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 110,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2012 104,033 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 94,201 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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FL08 LGD is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 FL08 LGD, 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 FL08 LGD registered?

FL08 LGD is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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