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KL08 HXB

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

176,245 mi
Last recorded176,245 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 HXB
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 176,245 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under vehicle and components has corrosion around

Fail 14 Dec 2023 176,245 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under vehicle and components has corrosion around

Pass 29 Nov 2022 169,148 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Nov 2022 169,148 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Dec 2021 161,012 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 151,399 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 145,764 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 135,926 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 130,332 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 122,645 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 115,236 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 107,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 107,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 98,256 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 85,222 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2012 75,447 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 58,892 miles

all 4 tyres slightly perished and cracked

both rear tyres getting low

front tyres starting toget low on outer edges

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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KL08 HXB is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 KL08 HXB, 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 KL08 HXB registered?

KL08 HXB is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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