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FL08 YPY

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

182,203 mi
Last recorded182,203 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 YPY
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 182,203 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 166,595 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 166,234 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 166,231 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2018 162,160 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear o/s n/s and inner sills (2.4.A.3)

service brake efficiency only just met.it would appear that te braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 150,282 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 137,714 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 112,971 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 919,194 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 91,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 69,275 miles

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

nearside wiper blade worn

Pass 13 Apr 2012 48,631 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 24,806 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 YPY is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FL08 YPY, 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 YPY registered?

FL08 YPY is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FL08 YPY safe to buy?

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