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BF08 AOW

2008 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,867 mi
Last recorded102,867 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 AOW
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 102,867 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle tested in wet weather

Pass 1 Mar 2014 76,535 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 57,920 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 57,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 42,141 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 32,304 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?

Based on 546,826 MOT tests across 35,416 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,944
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
35,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,437
position lamp(s) not working 12,861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,257
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,129
Registration plate lamp not working 9,520
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BF08 AOW is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 88,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF08 AOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF08 AOW registered?

BF08 AOW is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BF08 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 AOW shows 6 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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