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FL08 UCR

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

131,122 mi
Last recorded131,122 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 UCR
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 131,122 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 123,847 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 112,954 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 112,890 miles

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)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 103,306 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 93,222 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 83,897 miles

emissions too low to register

Pass 10 Apr 2014 80,443 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013
Fail 10 Apr 2013

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 62,822 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 62,822 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 49,119 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 49,090 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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FL08 UCR is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 91,868 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 Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FL08 UCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FL08 UCR registered?

FL08 UCR is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is FL08 UCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 UCR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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