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FL08 YRO

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

203,873 mi
Last recorded203,873 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 203,873 miles

ALL four tyres worn on inner edge

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres 2 MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 182,701 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear reflector cracked

Fail 9 Nov 2016 182,701 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working both fronts (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear reflector cracked

Pass 29 Nov 2014 139,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 103,299 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 88,410 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 88,410 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 37,963 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 YRO is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YRO, 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 YRO registered?

FL08 YRO is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FL08 YRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 YRO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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