CarVerify

Free Car Check

KA57 TZH

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,765 mi
Last recorded130,765 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 TZH
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 130,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Image slightly blurred (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Image slightly blurred. (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 126,105 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 126,095 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

The propshaft coupling is deteriorating

Pass 20 Dec 2022 121,030 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 111,918 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 111,918 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 103,327 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 96,786 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 89,385 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 83,957 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 74,516 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 68,312 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 68,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Dec 2014 62,101 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2014 62,041 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 53,291 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 45,402 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 45,402 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2011 36,688 miles

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

offside rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 14 Dec 2010 26,469 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2010 26,469 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside 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
Full Lexus IS220 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KA57 TZH is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KA57 TZH, 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 KA57 TZH?

You can check the full history of KA57 TZH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KA57 TZH registered?

KA57 TZH is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is KA57 TZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA57 TZH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KA57 TZH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KA57 TZH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.