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AU08 XJP

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,858 mi
Last recorded125,858 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XJP
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 125,858 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 121,573 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 117,849 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 112,977 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 109,609 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 106,183 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 102,457 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 96,003 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 87,445 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components, engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 22 May 2018 87,441 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Brake efficiency on the limit (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components, engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 May 2017 80,431 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 70,153 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 56,775 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 44,353 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,284 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,950 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges,nearly smooth on inner edges

Pass 4 Apr 2011 21,366 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250?

Based on 212,901 MOT tests across 13,468 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
13,468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,643
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,610
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,441
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,159
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AU08 XJP is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 66,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,643 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 XJP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU08 XJP registered?

AU08 XJP is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is AU08 XJP safe to buy?

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