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FH08 BLK

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,317 mi
Last recorded105,317 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 BLK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 105,317 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 93,960 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 83,652 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 73,792 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 62,003 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under tray fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,587 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 45,077 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads getting low

Pass 14 Jul 2014 40,282 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jul 2013 35,192 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

remote not working

Pass 10 Jul 2012 29,570 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 29,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/f tyre has cuts to edges of tread

Fail 25 Jul 2011 24,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 24,076 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 BLK is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BLK, 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 FH08 BLK registered?

FH08 BLK is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is FH08 BLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 BLK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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