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FP08 HBJ

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,794 mi
Last recorded72,794 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 HBJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 72,794 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 71,489 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged NS and OS outer sidewalls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Dec 2024 71,489 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Tyre slightly damaged NS and OS outer sidewalls damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 70,047 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Tyre slightly damaged NSF and the NSR tyre outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 67,186 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 7 Dec 2022 67,186 miles

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2021 64,643 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in the tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 62,195 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 62,195 miles

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

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS and OS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 59,686 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,633 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 55,505 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 50,042 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 45,446 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 37,578 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 30,377 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 28,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 23,768 miles

Both Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edges.

Pass 10 Nov 2011 17,660 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,811 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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FP08 HBJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 FP08 HBJ, 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 FP08 HBJ registered?

FP08 HBJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FP08 HBJ safe to buy?

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