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DG08 GXL

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,848 mi
Last recorded95,848 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 GXL
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 95,848 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 88,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 69,975 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 69,975 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2018 65,156 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Apr 2017 57,947 miles

Front Number plate cracked

Fail 3 Apr 2017 57,947 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Number plate cracked

Pass 29 Feb 2016 51,882 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,877 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 41,390 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 34,200 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 34,198 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 27,401 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 21,169 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DG08 GXL is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG08 GXL, 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 DG08 GXL registered?

DG08 GXL is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DG08 GXL safe to buy?

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