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BK08 TYG

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,419 mi
Last recorded91,419 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 TYG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 91,419 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Mar 2017 91,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 86,462 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 80,482 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 73,206 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2013 63,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2012 53,024 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2011 42,180 miles

COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 220D SE?

Based on 7,837 MOT tests across 794 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,561
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
794
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 232
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 74
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 66
position lamp(s) not working 59
Headlamp aim too low 43
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BK08 TYG is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 89,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 220D SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 232 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK08 TYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 220D SE typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 220D SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BK08 TYG registered?

BK08 TYG is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BK08 TYG shows 8 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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