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FH08 BKF

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

141,863 mi
Last recorded141,863 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 BKF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2025 141,863 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes ( front sections) (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes at rear flexi hoses (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 138,181 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes ( front sections ) (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside reading low (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 134,356 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes ( front sections) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 129,517 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 129,517 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (both pipes at front) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Linkage broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 124,531 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 117,082 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 107,949 miles

Both headlamp levelling devices, links defective but functional

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 98,042 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp level bracket secured with cable ties

gearbox earth strap broken

Pass 6 Feb 2018 89,691 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 89,691 miles

Headlamp aim too high both sides (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 82,335 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 78,492 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 73,940 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 14 Feb 2014 69,289 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 60,947 miles

slight smearing at front wiper rubbers

Pass 7 Jun 2012 47,777 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 43,762 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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FH08 BKF is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FH08 BKF, 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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FH08 BKF is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 July 2008.

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