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AV08 VCJ

2008 Lexus IS220

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

111,023 mi
Last recorded111,023 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VCJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 111,023 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted at the time of the test

Fail 15 Jul 2024 111,023 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted at the time of the test

Pass 29 Jun 2023 102,865 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack behind rear view mirror (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2022 93,247 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 91,252 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 89,234 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 86,372 miles

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))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 84,551 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 84,525 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 82,320 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 78,209 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 74,426 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 70,210 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,717 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 53,129 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 38,082 miles

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 VCJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VCJ, 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 VCJ registered?

AV08 VCJ is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AV08 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 VCJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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