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LIG 6243

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Blue Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,311 mi
Last recorded145,311 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIG 6243
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 145,311 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024
Fail 4 Mar 2024 137,479 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 134,520 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 130,081 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 67,229 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018
Pass 13 May 2017 112,404 miles

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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LIG 6243 is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Blue 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 LIG 6243, 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 LIG 6243 registered?

LIG 6243 is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LIG 6243 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIG 6243 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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