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MA08 XWG

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,804 mi
Last recorded88,804 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 XWG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 88,804 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Surface corrosion underneath vehicle

Fail 15 Jul 2025 88,804 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Replaced wiper, supplied by customer (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Replaced wiper, supplied by customer (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Reset light using diagnostic equipment (7.1.6 (a))

Surface corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 21 Sep 2022 88,734 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 86,295 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 86,295 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2021 86,254 miles

Central Rear Fuel system component leaking Pipes above rear differential (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 84,478 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2020 84,475 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 79,481 miles

Heavy surface corrosion under vehicle.

Just acceptable travel on foot brake.

Pass 31 Mar 2018 75,537 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 72,258 miles

n/s wiper needs attention

Pass 25 Mar 2016 68,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 65,755 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 62,477 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 59,515 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,867 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 36,432 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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MA08 XWG is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 MA08 XWG, 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 MA08 XWG registered?

MA08 XWG is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 10 April 2008.

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