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HG08 LDV

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,850 mi
Last recorded157,850 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 LDV
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 157,850 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 157,550 miles

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

front number plate damaged

Fail 28 Oct 2021 157,550 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 19 Oct 2020 157,420 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 16 Oct 2019 154,312 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 9 Apr 2019 154,290 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 143,223 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 128,744 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

idle speed slightly high

Fail 22 Mar 2017 128,743 miles

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

idle speed slightly high

Pass 14 Mar 2016 110,484 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Mar 2015 96,608 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 80,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 63,883 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 50,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 50,443 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 36,367 miles

advise front brake discs worn

advise n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

advise o/s/f tyre very badly worn on inner edge[raised shoulder]

advise o/s/r brake disc scored and rusty

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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HG08 LDV is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HG08 LDV, 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 HG08 LDV registered?

HG08 LDV is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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