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GP08 XFY

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

158,103 mi
Last recorded158,103 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 XFY
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 158,103 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 147,527 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 134,878 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 128,696 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 120,662 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 100,067 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 78,686 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 60,558 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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 11 Oct 2017 50,236 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 42,670 miles

N/S/F tyre worn on edges

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 35,610 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 29,316 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2014 24,536 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 16,080 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 9,016 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 3,441 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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GP08 XFY is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GP08 XFY, 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

How do I check the history of GP08 XFY?

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What year was GP08 XFY registered?

GP08 XFY is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is GP08 XFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 XFY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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