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NJ08 YSZ

2008 Lexus IS200

Silver Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

139,250 mi
Last recorded139,250 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 YSZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 139,250 miles

Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 135,073 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2022 135,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 130,102 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 123,965 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 117,649 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil level below minimum- topped up 1.25 litre oil to carry on testing

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view just outside zone A swept area within 40mm diameter (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 110,747 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 103,092 miles

Deep cracks/cuts to nearside front inner tyre wall

Engine cover fitted

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 94,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 88,906 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 83,922 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 82,193 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 74,103 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 65,611 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 57,840 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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NJ08 YSZ is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 NJ08 YSZ, 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.

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NJ08 YSZ is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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