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KR08 EWY

2008 Lexus Is 220D

Red Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,468 mi
Last recorded152,468 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D91,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 EWY
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2020 152,468 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 146,671 miles

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

Front brake discs are slightly lipped

Front wiper blades are smeary

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges are worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2018 146,671 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front brake discs are slightly lipped

Front wiper blades are smeary

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges are worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2017 131,486 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 131,486 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 87,665 miles

under tray cover fitted

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

engine cover fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2016 87,665 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working both of the sides (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

engine cover fitted

under tray cover fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2015 85,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 68,180 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 51,304 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 31,882 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 29,843 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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KR08 EWY is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D in Red with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 KR08 EWY, 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 KR08 EWY registered?

KR08 EWY is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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