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EX08 EKC

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

111,721 mi
Last recorded111,721 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 111,721 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 111,179 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 97,479 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 95,628 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 92,547 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 89,229 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 89,229 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 84,832 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 80,607 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 76,583 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 76,583 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 72,662 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 67,493 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 62,016 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in it

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

Pass 18 Mar 2015 57,726 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 54,454 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 46,290 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 37,947 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 27,344 miles

all brake pads wearing low

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 EKC 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 84.2%.

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 EKC, 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 EKC registered?

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

Is EX08 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 EKC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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