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GK08 PZW

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

137,137 mi
Last recorded137,137 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 PZW
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 137,137 miles

Nearside Rear Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 123,963 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 111,311 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 109,072 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 100,802 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 94,356 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit 2mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2017 85,650 miles

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Dec 2016 78,537 miles

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

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

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 2 Dec 2016 78,537 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

offside front tyre slightly worn on tread edges

Pass 22 Dec 2015 69,708 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 67,896 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 54,144 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 38,437 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 27,954 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 23,460 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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GK08 PZW is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GK08 PZW, 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 GK08 PZW registered?

GK08 PZW is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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