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DU08 VTN

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,250 mi
Last recorded142,250 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VTN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 142,250 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view just outside zone A in swept area- less than 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 May 2018 122,388 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 107,869 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 87,566 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 69,187 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 59,617 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wipers slightly smearing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre wearing thin

Pass 13 Feb 2013 51,637 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre outter side wall has slight cut

rear brake pads starting to wear low

Fail 13 Feb 2013 51,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre outter side wall has slight cut

rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 16 Feb 2012 43,182 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,388 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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DU08 VTN is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DU08 VTN, 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 DU08 VTN registered?

DU08 VTN is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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