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S15 XJJ

2008 Lexus Is F

Silver Petrol 4969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

228,180 mi
Last recorded228,180 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is F67,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 XJJ
MakeLexus
ModelIs F
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,969cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 228,180 miles

Parking brake only just met minimum requirements

Pass 5 Apr 2025 221,682 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 214,655 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 204,172 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension subframe corroding

Pass 1 Mar 2022 191,279 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 25 Feb 2021 187,639 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 182,585 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 161,242 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear slight play in drivers seat base

Pass 24 Feb 2018 137,839 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 112,463 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 96,489 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 80,025 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 65,445 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 64,430 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 53,264 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 52,129 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 37,172 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is F?

Based on 3,311 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
4,933
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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S15 XJJ is a 2008 Lexus Is F in Silver with a 4,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 67,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is F fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S15 XJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S15 XJJ registered?

S15 XJJ is a 2008 Lexus Is F, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is S15 XJJ safe to buy?

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