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DA08 ADE

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

204,873 mi
Last recorded204,873 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 ADE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 204,873 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 204,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 31 Dec 2024 204,864 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 Dec 2023 199,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 194,520 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 188,487 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 188,487 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2020 177,706 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 175,701 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 168,760 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 158,816 miles

n/s rear brake disc corroded

o/s front tyre wearing on outer edges

rear reg'plate deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2016 149,135 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 139,617 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2015 139,617 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 125,126 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 105,347 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 105,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 82,635 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,900 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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DA08 ADE is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DA08 ADE, 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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DA08 ADE is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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