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FN08 KVP

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

164,015 mi
Last recorded164,015 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 KVP
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 164,015 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 21 Jul 2016 148,019 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 148,019 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 123,102 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 1 May 2014 105,397 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 90,573 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 72,662 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 54,795 miles

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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FN08 KVP is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN08 KVP, 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.

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What year was FN08 KVP registered?

FN08 KVP is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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