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FY08 WSX

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,377 mi
Last recorded56,377 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 56,377 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 51,743 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2018 51,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 48,757 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 46,195 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 41,653 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 36,050 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 30,937 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 30,937 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 23,563 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 17,078 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 WSX is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WSX, 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 WSX registered?

FY08 WSX is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FY08 WSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 WSX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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