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BG58 LYV

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

167,557 mi
Last recorded167,557 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 LYV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 167,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 167,558 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 160,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 160,696 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 156,969 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2023 149,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 149,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 141,440 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 125,267 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 106,299 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2020 106,279 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 100,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 97,643 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 87,764 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 87,764 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 76,479 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 69,973 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 63,299 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 52,475 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 39,112 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 27,129 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

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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BG58 LYV is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG58 LYV, 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 BG58 LYV registered?

BG58 LYV is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 20 December 2008.

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