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GY08 UXJ

2008 Lexus IS200

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,792 mi
Last recorded96,792 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 UXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 96,792 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 94,577 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 92,580 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH TYRES CRACKING IN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 90,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 90,309 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 88,893 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber starting to crack /perish (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 86,319 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 82,440 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jul 2017 78,420 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 74,805 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 70,620 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 61,867 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,850 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 51,846 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2012 43,000 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 32,549 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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GY08 UXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Blue with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GY08 UXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY08 UXJ registered?

GY08 UXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is GY08 UXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY08 UXJ shows 16 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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