CarVerify

Free Car Check

DN09 XEL

2009 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,765 mi
Last recorded71,765 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 XEL
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 71,765 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2025 67,709 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 60,086 miles

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

both rear brake pads wearing but not excessive.

slight corrosion on front/rear suspension but not seriously weakened.

Fail 2 May 2024 60,027 miles

Offside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

both rear brake pads wearing but not excessive.

slight corrosion on front/rear suspension but not seriously weakened.

Pass 7 Aug 2023 58,980 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 57,448 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 56,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 55,410 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 55,410 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 53,102 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 53,102 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 49,871 miles

Offside Front tyre excessively scrubbing inside edge, feathering outside edge

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 46,672 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 43,523 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 40,969 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 37,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs sunk/worn

Pass 7 Aug 2013 33,411 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sidewall split slightly on both front tyres

Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Sidewalls Split Slightly On n/s/f o/s/f And o/s/r tyres

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DN09 XEL is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 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 DN09 XEL, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DN09 XEL?

You can check the full history of DN09 XEL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DN09 XEL registered?

DN09 XEL is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is DN09 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN09 XEL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DN09 XEL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DN09 XEL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.