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FL08 YRF

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

127,987 mi
Last recorded127,987 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 127,987 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside and neraside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2023 124,071 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 119,850 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 114,667 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 114,664 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 93,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2018 80,361 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 76,165 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2016 64,075 miles

both front tyres badly worn on inner edge

engine cover and undertrays fitted

plastic outer sill covers fitted

tested in wet condition

Pass 3 Jun 2015 53,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Mar 2014 42,920 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 40,776 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 40,776 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 35,358 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 31,512 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 YRF is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YRF, 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 YRF registered?

FL08 YRF is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FL08 YRF safe to buy?

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