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FA08 HVW

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

191,881 mi
Last recorded191,881 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA08 HVW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 191,881 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 189,817 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

all four tyres are worn to three mm

parking brake has little reserve travel and only just met the minimum requirements

Fail 10 Oct 2024 189,804 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides cracked, perished and just starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All x4. (235/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 186,074 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 180,279 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 176,959 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 172,842 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 161,179 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s & o/s (1.7.5a)

sill covers and undertray fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2018 161,179 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s & o/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

sill covers and undertray fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2017 149,531 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 147,013 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine warning lamp indicates a fault

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 109,805 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 76,436 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 46,634 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 41,817 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 16 Mar 2012 33,809 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,196 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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FA08 HVW is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FA08 HVW, 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 FA08 HVW registered?

FA08 HVW is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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