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SO57 RXL

2008 Lexus IS200

Grey Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,088 mi
Last recorded100,088 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 RXL
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 100,088 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Silencer Heat Shield Loose

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 96,965 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2024 96,965 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2023 89,664 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 80,753 miles

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 78,253 miles

park brake only just met requirments n/s low

Pass 14 Jul 2020 73,299 miles

Nearside Rear slight reduced effort at handbrake

Pass 27 Aug 2019 69,700 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 66,850 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 65,811 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres cracked

both front tyres scrubbing

Pass 18 Aug 2015 61,079 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2014 57,838 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,660 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,660 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 51,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 51,511 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 38,046 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 25,022 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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SO57 RXL is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Grey with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SO57 RXL, 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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What year was SO57 RXL registered?

SO57 RXL is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SO57 RXL safe to buy?

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