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FY08 EKM

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,720 mi
Last recorded121,720 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 EKM
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 121,720 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 108,747 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 96,634 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 88,639 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 83,446 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 74,838 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 65,709 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 58,711 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 50,332 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 50,332 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 42,601 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,325 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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FY08 EKM is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue 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 FY08 EKM, 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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What year was FY08 EKM registered?

FY08 EKM is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is FY08 EKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 EKM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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