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AV08 DZC

2008 Lexus IS220

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,301 mi
Last recorded182,301 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 DZC
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2020 182,301 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 182,301 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 160,555 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 140,582 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 140,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam h11 (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working 501 (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 116,533 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 93,950 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 69,597 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 53,943 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 43,324 miles

Front tyres worn low on outside edges

Pass 19 Mar 2012 35,229 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 7 Mar 2011 26,436 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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AV08 DZC is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AV08 DZC, 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 AV08 DZC registered?

AV08 DZC is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AV08 DZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 DZC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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