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HV08 WLG

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,922 mi
Last recorded97,922 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 WLG
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 97,922 miles

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Fail 2 Mar 2017 97,922 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

UNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

Pass 18 Mar 2016 89,040 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 89,040 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 87,628 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 69,335 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 59,306 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 53,969 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 53,969 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 May 2011 45,022 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

advise front brake discs worn

advise headlights will only adjust to lower limit

advise repair to o/s/r light lense

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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HV08 WLG is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV08 WLG, 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 HV08 WLG registered?

HV08 WLG is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is HV08 WLG safe to buy?

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