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DF57 DSE

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,452 mi
Last recorded68,452 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 DSE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 68,452 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 67,980 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 66,210 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 64,677 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 63,370 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 62,128 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 60,992 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 59,458 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 55,895 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 52,591 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 48,268 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 48,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 42,689 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 36,135 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 30,918 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 24,708 miles

front brake pads 70% worn and discs lipped

osr nsr tyres worn close to ware markers

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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DF57 DSE is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DF57 DSE, 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 DF57 DSE registered?

DF57 DSE is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DF57 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 DSE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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