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GL08 MWZ

2008 Lexus IS220

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,305 mi
Last recorded99,305 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 MWZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 99,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & wearing on outer edge 225/45/17/XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 95,675 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 94,142 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 93,599 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 90,924 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 88,824 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine and under covers fitted.

Fail 3 Jul 2021 88,800 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working. (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine and under covers fitted.

Pass 4 Jul 2020 85,817 miles

Nearside Front headlamp has a fault some times it goes off and then back on

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 81,997 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged 225/45/17W

Fail 27 Jun 2019 81,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam intermittantly (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged 225/45/17W

Pass 26 Jun 2018 78,051 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 73,301 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 66,577 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 59,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 51,404 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 41,964 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 33,339 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 25,321 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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GL08 MWZ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL08 MWZ, 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 GL08 MWZ registered?

GL08 MWZ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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