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FM57 XGN

2008 Lexus Is 220D Sport

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

188,938 mi
Last recorded188,938 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D Sport94,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 XGN
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D Sport
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 188,938 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 180,440 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 172,303 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 165,483 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 155,577 miles

Under trays fitted

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

Fail 22 Jul 2017 155,577 miles

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

Under trays fitted

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 144,996 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 131,473 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 124,534 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 119,849 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 114,212 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 97,095 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE STARTING TOO CRACK ON OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 14 Jan 2011 78,596 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D Sport?

Based on 1,076 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
7,269
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Headlamp aim too low 10
position lamp(s) not working 9
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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FM57 XGN is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D Sport in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 94,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM57 XGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was FM57 XGN registered?

FM57 XGN is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D Sport, first registered on 17 January 2008.

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