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IIG 4947

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,231 mi
Last recorded141,231 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIG 4947
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2025 141,231 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2022 119,144 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 113,321 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 92,655 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 84,893 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 74,522 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D?

Based on 8,747 MOT tests across 978 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
7,763
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
978
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 95
position lamp(s) not working 70
Headlamp aim too low 59
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IIG 4947 is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 91,868 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IIG 4947, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 220D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was IIG 4947 registered?

IIG 4947 is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 3 January 2008.

Is IIG 4947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIG 4947 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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