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2008 Lexus IS (XE20)

Browse our directory of 2008 Lexus IS (XE20) vehicles. Access instant MOT history reports, tax status, and reliability insights for any registration listed below.

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111 FBL12 NAN150 MES15 FKN4051 KM5216 IJ88 RN8 JTPA11 FKRA11 VVWA14 EWYA27 AYDA3 MJYA6 EMBA9 SFFAA58 NFXAB08 VPXABZ 655AD58 UWWAE57 URZAF58 OPJAF58 OPLAG08 ODBAG58 FHFAH02 LEXAJ58 HHUAK08 AOMAK08 AONAK08 FSVAK08 FXTAM08 RTOAO08 VRYAO08 VSCAO08 VSDAO08 VSLAO08 VSVAP08 OCOAT57 GWLAT57 GWMAT57 GWP

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Common Problems & Reliability

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The 2008 Lexus IS (XE20) has 3 known issues. 2 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

IS 220d DPF and EGR Trouble

Serious

Short-trip use can clog the diesel particulate filter and EGR system, causing limp mode, warning lights and stacked repair bills on the already less-desirable 220d.

Symptoms: DPF warning light, Frequent regeneration...

Est. repair cost: £600–£2,000

IS 220d Head Gasket and Cooling Trouble

Serious

The 2.2 diesel can also develop more serious cooling-system and head-gasket issues, which is one reason UK buyers generally prefer the V6 petrol.

Symptoms: Coolant loss, Pressurised coolant hoses...

Est. repair cost: £1,000–£2,500

Rear Brake Caliper and Disc Corrosion

Minor

Age and low annual mileage can leave the rear calipers sticky and the discs rusty, even on otherwise very dependable petrol cars.

Symptoms: Inner rear discs heavily rusted, One rear wheel hotter than the other...

Est. repair cost: £200–£450

View detailed Lexus IS (XE20) fault guide

Buying Tips for the 2008 Lexus IS (XE20)

  • On the IS F, check the service history meticulously; the water pump is a known weak point and should ideally have been replaced.
  • Listen for a 'cracking' noise from the dashboard area on hot days, indicating a known issue with the dashboard material degrading.

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