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FM57 EJD

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

148,396 mi
Last recorded148,396 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 EJD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 148,396 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2024 148,032 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 143,637 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2023 143,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 137,092 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 127,651 miles

Offside Front Daytime running light intensity obviously reduced. Defective. Strongly advise to replace.

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyre's worn close to or near to 1.6mm legal limit.Strongly advise to replace as soon as possible. 245/45/ZR17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 119,889 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 110,818 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 110,654 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 21 Jan 2018 103,978 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 21 Jan 2017 97,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 83,836 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 66,238 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 60,145 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 53,913 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 53,913 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 49,060 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 41,338 miles

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

small cuts on n/s/f tyre sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

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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FM57 EJD is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey 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 FM57 EJD, 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 FM57 EJD registered?

FM57 EJD is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 9 January 2008.

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