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EX08 EKA

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

63,777 mi
Last recorded63,777 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 EKA
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 63,777 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 59,844 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 55,117 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 55,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2023 49,807 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 40,140 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 38,214 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 37,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Shoulder Worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 37,084 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Shoulder, Cords Visible. 225/45W17. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre Tread 3mm.

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Shoulder Worn. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Shoulder Bald. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 36,660 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2019 34,790 miles

please be advised both rear tyres have age related cracks through there tread and are dated 2008

Pass 10 May 2018 32,226 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 30,323 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 28,457 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 26,271 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 23,479 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 20,561 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 17,409 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,272 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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EX08 EKA is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EX08 EKA, 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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What year was EX08 EKA registered?

EX08 EKA is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is EX08 EKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 EKA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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