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RO08 WFN

2008 Lexus Is 220D SE

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,026 mi
Last recorded150,026 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2014
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE89,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 WFN
MakeLexus
ModelIs 220D SE
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2014 150,026 miles

both front tyres worn excessively on edges

nearside rear tyre worn close top legal limit

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 12 Dec 2014 149,955 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn excessively on edges

engine management light on dash

nearside rear tyre worn close top legal limit

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 12 Dec 2013 139,959 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres inner edge bald

nearside and offside sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2012 127,012 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 113,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 28 Dec 2010 98,084 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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RO08 WFN is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RO08 WFN, 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 RO08 WFN registered?

RO08 WFN is a 2008 Lexus Is 220D SE, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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