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HFZ 4939

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

194,760 mi
Last recorded194,760 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 4939
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 194,760 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 181,668 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 170,852 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 160,735 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 154,579 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 154,579 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 140,001 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 140,001 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 125,179 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 109,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 94,285 miles

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)

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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HFZ 4939 is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver 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 HFZ 4939, 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 HFZ 4939 registered?

HFZ 4939 is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HFZ 4939 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 4939 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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