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FG08 MHY

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,907 mi
Last recorded84,907 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 MHY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2025 84,907 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 77,827 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 72,219 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 65,830 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 59,735 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 56,254 miles

Nearside wiper rubber split

Pass 30 Oct 2019 51,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 46,341 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 39,201 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 32,251 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 27,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 25,264 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 23,286 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 20,828 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,032 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 15,656 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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FG08 MHY is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG08 MHY, 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 FG08 MHY registered?

FG08 MHY is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 MHY safe to buy?

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