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XLZ 3056

2008 Lexus IS200

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,791 mi
Last recorded153,791 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS20088,616 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 3056
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 153,791 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 148,529 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 142,273 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 142,273 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 138,150 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 135,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2011 130,622 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 124,098 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2009 117,143 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 109,827 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2008 109,827 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 99,657 miles

advise o/s mirror outer damaged

n/s mirror glass missing

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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XLZ 3056 is a 2008 Lexus IS200 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XLZ 3056, 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 XLZ 3056 registered?

XLZ 3056 is a 2008 Lexus IS200, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is XLZ 3056 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLZ 3056 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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