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FP08 JVL

2008 Lexus IS220

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

144,282 mi
Last recorded144,282 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 JVL
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 144,282 miles

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

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

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

under tray fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2020 144,280 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

under tray fitted

Pass 24 May 2018 118,245 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 118,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2017 116,065 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 107,930 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 101,796 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

All 4 tyre valves in a poor condition

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light on

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 94,648 miles

front both discs are worn

Pass 4 Jul 2012 87,469 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)

recommend renewal of rear tyres

Pass 30 Jun 2011 78,631 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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FP08 JVL is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FP08 JVL, 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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FP08 JVL is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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