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BJ08 BCZ

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,710 mi
Last recorded51,710 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ08 BCZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 51,710 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 49,622 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 48,229 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 46,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 44,402 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 43,406 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 40,989 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 40,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2018 37,656 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 33,947 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,045 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 29,309 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 20 Apr 2015 29,309 miles

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 26,041 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 23,427 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 18,356 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 15,711 miles

both front tyres wearing on 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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BJ08 BCZ is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 BJ08 BCZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ08 BCZ registered?

BJ08 BCZ is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BJ08 BCZ safe to buy?

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