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BF08 FVD

2008 Lexus IS220

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,948 mi
Last recorded155,948 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS22087,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 FVD
MakeLexus
ModelIS220
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2021 155,948 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 151,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 144,007 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 137,050 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 129,407 miles

Offside Rear is a runflat tyre

engine covers / under trays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2015 121,569 miles

Advise to have brakes and tyres re-checked within the next 6months

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 29 Apr 2014 112,926 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 103,706 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 99,102 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 93,105 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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BF08 FVD is a 2008 Lexus IS220 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF08 FVD, 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 BF08 FVD registered?

BF08 FVD is a 2008 Lexus IS220, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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