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GJ58 JFU

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

154,121 mi
Last recorded154,121 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 JFU
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 154,121 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 154,086 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 149,895 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 149,876 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 140,564 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 115,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 91,993 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 78,361 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 73,603 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 68,428 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 68,428 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 62,600 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 55,374 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 26 Oct 2015 48,246 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 40,787 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2013 32,286 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 25,579 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 18,351 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 14,246 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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GJ58 JFU is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GJ58 JFU, 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 GJ58 JFU registered?

GJ58 JFU is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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