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FP08 JWG

2008 Lexus IS220

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,018 mi
Last recorded159,018 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 159,018 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 28 Oct 2020 144,968 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 121,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, heavily worn inside and outside edges/shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm approx, heavily worn inside edge/shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 106,864 miles

Front tyres x 2 inner edges worn

emissions too clean to be detected

Pass 28 Jun 2017 104,587 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 100,990 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 100,968 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 97,741 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 94,181 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 90,121 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 86,303 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 76,492 miles

Front brake discs slightly lipped inner.

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

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

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 JWG is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JWG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 JWG registered?

FP08 JWG is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is FP08 JWG safe to buy?

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