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FL08 UCY

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,437 mi
Last recorded51,437 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 UCY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 51,437 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 48,067 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower reflector damaged

Nearside Rear Outer lamp unit lens cracked

Pass 6 Jun 2024 45,221 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 42,078 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 38,961 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 37,211 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 36,447 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 32,966 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,883 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 21,409 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 18,696 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 17,248 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 15,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 13,763 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 11,559 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,236 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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FL08 UCY is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue 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 FL08 UCY, 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 FL08 UCY registered?

FL08 UCY is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FL08 UCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 UCY shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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