CarVerify

Free Car Check

FN58 TEJ

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Silver Diesel 2231cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,991 mi
Last recorded138,991 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 TEJ
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 138,991 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 133,686 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 129,668 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 123,928 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 118,989 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 113,976 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 108,195 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Dec 2018 108,195 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 98,764 miles

n/s wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 2 Mar 2017 98,595 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 98,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 96,498 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 89,182 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 83,066 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 72,814 miles

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)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 61,972 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 52,169 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
Full Lexus Is 220D reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FN58 TEJ is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FN58 TEJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FN58 TEJ?

You can check the full history of FN58 TEJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FN58 TEJ registered?

FN58 TEJ is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is FN58 TEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN58 TEJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FN58 TEJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FN58 TEJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.