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SW08 OMU

2008 Lexus IS200

Black Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

141,561 mi
Last recorded141,561 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 OMU
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 141,561 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2022 141,551 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2021 126,097 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 123,461 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 116,560 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 100,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended body bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended body bush (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 16 May 2017 86,745 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 78,037 miles

Front REG plate damaged but, can still be read.

Offside Front squeal from brakes but, unable to see pads clearly.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Passenger wiper blade split but, still clears screen.

Pass 2 Jun 2015 66,857 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 55,795 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 43,901 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,337 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 18,757 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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SW08 OMU is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Black with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SW08 OMU, 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 SW08 OMU registered?

SW08 OMU is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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