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FH08 BKX

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,985 mi
Last recorded123,985 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 BKX
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 123,985 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 105,658 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 87,185 miles

child seat fitted to n/s rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelt

slight corrosion o/s / n/s rear brake discs

Pass 25 Apr 2014 81,136 miles

slight bind o/s front brake

Fail 22 Apr 2014 81,122 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

slight bind o/s / n/s front brakes

Pass 26 Apr 2013 73,994 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2012 65,303 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills not clearly visible

slight corrosion around fuel tank

slight corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 3 Jun 2011 57,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear 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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FH08 BKX is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Black 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 FH08 BKX, 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 FH08 BKX registered?

FH08 BKX is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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