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WK08 KXL

2008 Lexus Is F

Silver Petrol 4969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,882 mi
Last recorded127,882 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is F67,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 KXL
MakeLexus
ModelIs F
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,969cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 127,882 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 127,882 miles

Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2024 123,291 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 120,080 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023 120,078 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 114,778 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 110,250 miles

engine covers and undertrays obscuring some items

Fail 22 Nov 2021 110,091 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 104,550 miles

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 8 May 2019 90,202 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 7 Jun 2018 86,856 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 84,130 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 81,802 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 78,099 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 73,438 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 68,775 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 63,954 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 53,216 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 53,216 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 40,891 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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WK08 KXL is a 2008 Lexus Is F in Silver with a 4,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 WK08 KXL, 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

How do I check the history of WK08 KXL?

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What year was WK08 KXL registered?

WK08 KXL is a 2008 Lexus Is F, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is WK08 KXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 KXL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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